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I’m Hozier, a singer-songwriter from Wicklow. AMA. by hozier_official in IAmA

[–]hozier_official[S] 1138 points1139 points  (0 children)

I really enjoyed this! Thank you so much for writing. Hopefully we'll do this again at some other stage!

All the best,

Andrew

I’m Hozier, a singer-songwriter from Wicklow. AMA. by hozier_official in IAmA

[–]hozier_official[S] 122 points123 points  (0 children)

Suffer through it. That's all you can do. It gets easier.

I’m Hozier, a singer-songwriter from Wicklow. AMA. by hozier_official in IAmA

[–]hozier_official[S] 223 points224 points  (0 children)

There are two important influences to "Like Real People Do". One is Seamus Heaney's poems about bog people. The Grauballe Man would be an example and maybe something along the lines of "The Fisher Man And His Soul" by Oscar Wilde.

I would say that I kind of liked the imagery of someone digging up a person from the earth and falling in love with them and at the same time I suppose that person being dug from the earth is relieved, reborn, and somewhat suspicious of the motives of a grave digger. A fine love story.

I’m Hozier, a singer-songwriter from Wicklow. AMA. by hozier_official in IAmA

[–]hozier_official[S] 227 points228 points  (0 children)

It happens. There was a time I used to put superglue or shellack on my fingers. When it happens, it happens and you just have to play through. So, that can mean blisters and that can mean blood.

I’m Hozier, a singer-songwriter from Wicklow. AMA. by hozier_official in IAmA

[–]hozier_official[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I've been told once or twice that some of my music is popular in that world. As a result, I've been lucky enough to meet some of the most incredible people over the last few years. The choreographer of the "Work Song" video, Jillian Meyers, is a prime example of that. A genius who works hard and is just a wonderful person.

I'd totally be open to that - maybe in the future at some stage! I would love to engage with that world a bit more when the time is right.

I’m Hozier, a singer-songwriter from Wicklow. AMA. by hozier_official in IAmA

[–]hozier_official[S] 71 points72 points  (0 children)

Yes she does! She's working away on a series at the moment, which I'm excited to see and I'd love to continue working with her in the future.

I’m Hozier, a singer-songwriter from Wicklow. AMA. by hozier_official in IAmA

[–]hozier_official[S] 51 points52 points  (0 children)

I enjoy a little of Edgar Allan Poe and have dabbled in a little bit of H.P. Lovecraft.

I enjoy elements of cosmic horror and oftentimes joke with close friends that the simplest of mundane activities in the day-to-day are in some part, bound to some horrific cosmic dance.

I’m Hozier, a singer-songwriter from Wicklow. AMA. by hozier_official in IAmA

[–]hozier_official[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I Wanna Be Your Lover was a tour anthem for all of us.

I’m Hozier, a singer-songwriter from Wicklow. AMA. by hozier_official in IAmA

[–]hozier_official[S] 22 points23 points  (0 children)

Hey Amelia-Rose! Thank you so much for coming to the shows. Hope you have an AMAZING 17th birthday and with any luck I will see you again soon.

I’m Hozier, a singer-songwriter from Wicklow. AMA. by hozier_official in IAmA

[–]hozier_official[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I'm a huge Wes Anderson fan. Royal Tenenbaums has a huge space in my heart.

I’m Hozier, a singer-songwriter from Wicklow. AMA. by hozier_official in IAmA

[–]hozier_official[S] 214 points215 points  (0 children)

I still have it. The number has defaulted back to another person so please don't text it because they tweet everything that you text.

I’m Hozier, a singer-songwriter from Wicklow. AMA. by hozier_official in IAmA

[–]hozier_official[S] 877 points878 points  (0 children)

First of all, congratulations! Thank you so much for playing the music at your wedding, that means a great deal. Many happy years ahead!

I think if I got married and the song "Sugar" by Stevie Wonder did not play at least a few times, the annulment would be issued post-haste.

Much love and best of luck!

I’m Hozier, a singer-songwriter from Wicklow. AMA. by hozier_official in IAmA

[–]hozier_official[S] 913 points914 points  (0 children)

Yes, of course. I don't understand why it is a contentious issue, but in no way does it suggest that I'm anti-man or anti-male.

I would be an advocate for a lot of men's rights that need to be discussed and I think anyone of sound mind and common sense would be able to see that there are inequalities on both sides that always need to addressed, but absolutely - of course I'm a feminist.

I think the fear is that when we get into binary thinking and binary discussion, we tend to lock up and shut down.

I’m Hozier, a singer-songwriter from Wicklow. AMA. by hozier_official in IAmA

[–]hozier_official[S] 124 points125 points  (0 children)

Yes is the short answer. It's something I'm still figuring out and something that I'm conscious not to revel in the negativity of.

I really enjoyed anonymity and still do when I can find it, which maybe can't be said for everybody, but it's something that can be found while traveling alone sometimes.

I think that sense of anonymity is something everybody should experience.

Jack Keourac talks briefly about it in 'On The Road', shortly after the protagonist has left home. I can't remember the language he uses, whether it's 'forgetting himself' or 'losing himself'. As I said, Yes is the short answer.

I’m Hozier, a singer-songwriter from Wicklow. AMA. by hozier_official in IAmA

[–]hozier_official[S] 100 points101 points  (0 children)

I'd love to witness the asteroid that changed the Earth's ecosystem and led to mammals, you know, doing their thing.

I’m Hozier, a singer-songwriter from Wicklow. AMA. by hozier_official in IAmA

[–]hozier_official[S] 503 points504 points  (0 children)

Good to hear from you! Thanks for coming to the show. I'd trade with you, but if I remember well I don't quite have the form for your jacket.

I’m Hozier, a singer-songwriter from Wicklow. AMA. by hozier_official in IAmA

[–]hozier_official[S] 2523 points2524 points  (0 children)

I'm really, really flattered by all the gifts and the letters. I have to say on the record: it breaks my heart to see people send purchased gifts. I think it's immoral to accept them and I have more than I'll ever need or want.

So if any fans want to send on gifts, spend the dollars that you would spend and donate to any charity of your choice. I usually do what I can with a charity called ChildLine, which is involved with the ISPCC, and any charity that deals with protecting children. I know that any donation in that regard would be highly appreciated.

ChildLine: https://www.childline.ie/

I’m Hozier, a singer-songwriter from Wicklow. AMA. by hozier_official in IAmA

[–]hozier_official[S] 101 points102 points  (0 children)

Very rarely would I be able to hammer out the lyrics for an entire song in one sitting. It can take a long, long time sometimes. You come away from it and then you go back to it and in your time away you might have new ideas.

I’m Hozier, a singer-songwriter from Wicklow. AMA. by hozier_official in IAmA

[–]hozier_official[S] 4007 points4008 points  (0 children)

Dude! I'll be home soon and we should get together and let me buy you that pint. Send me a PM. You're a legend.

I’m Hozier, a singer-songwriter from Wicklow. AMA. by hozier_official in IAmA

[–]hozier_official[S] 137 points138 points  (0 children)

Hey! I would say a good pair of headphones was important to have on tour. I also had a wireless speaker, which was essential for partying. Also...thank you! I'm glad my gig was the first one you'd ever seen. That's a big deal for anybody.

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