Her ethereal songs are a testament to the worth of gentleness and beauty, qualities that have historically been categorized as feminine and, therefore, of little value. My deep affection for Enya’s music is rooted in more than just nostalgic childhood memories. Enya was always on heavy rotation and, as a result, still occupies a special place in my heart and on my Spotify playlists. His taste was (and remains) eclectic during those drives, he played everything from The Moody Blues, to German musical project Enigma, to ambient techno from the now-defunct 90s website m p3.com. When I was growing up, my dad often assumed the role of school chauffeur and minivan DJ. I, however, love Enya-and not ironically. Music critics often offer muted or grudging praise for her albums, but they don’t take her seriously. The singer has a reputation for being a bit of a recluse, rarely making public appearances or granting interviews. Familiar tracks like “Only Time” provide ambience at yoga retreats, LARPs, facials, and tarot card readings. To many, her songs are the aural equivalent of astrology: mystical and fun, but lacking substance. Her body of work is often dismissed as New Age, a label she has disavowed. November 10, 2008.Įnya, the Irish singer-musician, is perhaps one of the most mocked and memed artists of our time. Credit: Sunrise at 7 / Flickr Enya on Australia's Sunrise at 7.
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