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Hozier: A Poet of Yearning

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Hozier: A Poet of Yearning Few artists capture the essence of longing quite like Hozier. His music doesn’t just tell stories—it aches. It lingers in the spaces between words, in the haunting echoes of his melodies, in the quiet desperation woven into his lyrics. He has always been a master of crafting songs that feel like reaching for something just beyond your grasp, whether it’s love, redemption, or a sense of belonging. His latest album, Unreal Unearth , is no exception. Rooted in Dante’s Inferno , it takes listeners on a descent through different emotional and existential limbos, exploring the depths of love, grief, and self-reflection. The Weight of Recognition in “Unknown / Nth” Among the album’s most devastating tracks, Unknown / Nth is a masterclass in quiet heartbreak. It speaks to the feeling of knowing someone so well that their essence seems stitched into your very existence—only to lose them. The title itself evokes a sense of distance, of something once familiar becoming...
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To Be Loved...

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"To be Loved..." is the starting of a quote that can have multiple variations. It depends on one's perception of it, how they relate to it and what they have experienced to be true. There are many interpretations: that to be loved is to be seen, know, understood, and heard. Interestingly enough, if the syntax of the sentence is reversed (i.e. "To be seen is to be loved") is reaches new potential and interpretations. At its core, love is more than just words or grand gestures—it is about recognition. To be truly loved is to be truly seen, understood beyond the surface, and accepted for who you are. It's about someone noticing the small things: the way your face lights up at a favourite song, the quiet habits you don't even realize you have, the thoughts you hesitate to voice. This kind of love goes beyond admiration or affection; it is about presence, attention, and understanding. It creates a sense of belonging, a space where you don't have to perfor...
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