Kate Nash on Irish history, heritage and covering Sinéad O'Connor
Summary
Singer-songwriter Kate Nash recorded a new version of Sinéad O’Connor’s song "Famine," which talks about Ireland’s Great Famine and Britain’s role in it. Nash wants to highlight how many English people, including herself, don’t know much about this history and hopes to encourage learning and discussion.Key Facts
- Kate Nash covered the 1994 song "Famine" by Sinéad O’Connor about the Irish Great Famine.
- Nash has Irish roots and has personal ties to Ireland through her family and upbringing.
- She says many English people are unaware of their own history, including the history related to Ireland.
- Nash rewrote parts of the song and added a new verse reflecting her experience of dual identity.
- Sinéad O’Connor's song helped Nash learn about a topic not well covered in schools or at home.
- A history professor said English schools usually don’t teach much about Anglo-Irish history, causing gaps in understanding.
- There is a growing call for better education on Irish history in the UK because of the close relationship between the two countries.
- Nash’s project aims to bring attention to this shared, complex history and encourage more people to learn about it.
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