She speaks in colours

W/C 17th March 2025

I have heard this story three times now, and it floors me every time.

This song was written as part of Radio 2's 21st century Folk project, where a group of songwriters were invited to write songs about other peoples lives. The song describes the day that Thea travelled to the North East to meet Delyth Raffell, and to hear about her daughter Ellen who passed away at the age of 16 from an allergic reaction.

I was drawn to the song on the first listen, long before I understood the context or the significance of it. With the backstory in place, it takes it to a whole different level.

She then performed the song for Delyth and her family at the Woodhorn Museum in Ashington. I have included the link to that performance as well album version of the song.

Stay safe.

She Speaks in Colours - Thea Gilmore

She Speaks in Colours performed for Delyth Raffell

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