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  Studio Album · No. 1

Hozier Songwriting Credits by Hozier

2014 Rubyworks Records / Island Records 13 tracks 53 min

Produced by Andrew Hozier-Byrne, Rob Kirwan  ·  Engineered by Andrew Scheps, Stephen Marcussen

Rubyworks Records / Island Records Indie RockSoulBluesFolk
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Who wrote the songs?

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Hozier's roles on this album

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By the Numbers

13
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2
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2014
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Awards & Recognition 1

Nominated for Song of the Year at the 57th Annual Grammy Awards for "Take Me to Church"
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Hozier's self-titled debut was written almost entirely by Andrew Hozier-Byrne himself and co-produced with Rob Kirwan. The album grew out of the breakout success of "Take Me to Church," which reached number two on the Billboard Hot 100 and became a global hit. Its mix of blues, soul and folk earned the Irish singer-songwriter wide critical acclaim and a Grammy nomination for Song of the Year.

Hozier is Andrew Hozier-Byrne's self-titled debut studio album, released in September 2014 through Rubyworks Records and Island Records. The album was preceded by the internationally successful single 'Take Me to Church,' which became a viral phenomenon and launched Hozier's global career. The record blends blues, soul, and folk influences with gothic and religious imagery, produced entirely by Hozier-Byrne and Rob Kirwan. Hozier-Byrne wrote virtually all the material solo; 'Someone New' is the sole track with an outside co-writer, Sallay Matu Garnett. The Celtic folk duet 'In a Week' features Karen Cowley on vocals.

Track Listing & Credits 13 tracks

Written by the artist Written by outside writers
#TitleLyricist(s)Composer(s)Producer(s)Performers
1
Take Me to Church #2
Hozier Andrew Hozier-Byrne Andrew Hozier-ByrneRob Kirwan Andrew Hozier-Byrne (Lead Vocals)
2
Angel of Small Death and the Codeine Scene
Hozier Andrew Hozier-Byrne Andrew Hozier-ByrneRob Kirwan Andrew Hozier-Byrne (Lead Vocals)
3
Jackie and Wilson #51
Hozier Andrew Hozier-Byrne Andrew Hozier-ByrneRob Kirwan Andrew Hozier-Byrne (Lead Vocals)
4
Someone New #13
HozierSallay Matu Garnett Andrew Hozier-ByrneSallay Matu Garnett Andrew Hozier-ByrneRob Kirwan Andrew Hozier-Byrne (Lead Vocals)
5
To Be Alone
Hozier Andrew Hozier-Byrne Andrew Hozier-ByrneRob Kirwan Andrew Hozier-Byrne (Lead Vocals)
6
From Eden #2
Hozier Andrew Hozier-Byrne Andrew Hozier-ByrneRob Kirwan Andrew Hozier-Byrne (Lead Vocals)
7
In a Week
Hozier Andrew Hozier-Byrne Andrew Hozier-ByrneRob Kirwan Andrew Hozier-Byrne (Vocals)Karen Cowley (Vocals)
8
Sedated
Hozier Andrew Hozier-Byrne Andrew Hozier-ByrneRob Kirwan Andrew Hozier-Byrne (Lead Vocals)
9
Work Song
Hozier Andrew Hozier-Byrne Andrew Hozier-ByrneRob Kirwan Andrew Hozier-Byrne (Lead Vocals)
10
Like Real People Do
Hozier Andrew Hozier-Byrne Andrew Hozier-ByrneRob Kirwan Andrew Hozier-Byrne (Lead Vocals)
11
It Will Come Back
Hozier Andrew Hozier-Byrne Andrew Hozier-ByrneRob Kirwan Andrew Hozier-Byrne (Lead Vocals)
12
Foreigner's God
Hozier Andrew Hozier-Byrne Andrew Hozier-ByrneRob Kirwan Andrew Hozier-Byrne (Lead Vocals)
13
Cherry Wine (Live)
Hozier Andrew Hozier-Byrne Andrew Hozier-ByrneRob Kirwan Andrew Hozier-Byrne (Lead Vocals)

Songwriter & Credit Spotlight 5 contributors

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Frequently Asked Questions Hozier

Who wrote "Take Me to Church"?
"Take Me to Church" was written by Andrew Hozier-Byrne, who performs as Hozier. He wrote the song himself before signing a major record deal, and it became the breakout single from his debut album.
Is the Hozier album his debut?
Yes. "Hozier," released on 19 September 2014, is the self-titled debut studio album of Irish singer-songwriter Andrew Hozier-Byrne.
Who produced the Hozier album?
The album was produced by Hozier himself together with Rob Kirwan. Hozier also wrote almost all of the material on the record.
How high did "Take Me to Church" chart?
"Take Me to Church" peaked at number two on the Billboard Hot 100, making it Hozier's most successful single from the album in the United States.
What genres does the Hozier album cover?
The album blends blues, soul and indie rock with strong folk, gospel and R&B influences, a sound rooted in Hozier's love of traditional blues and soul music.
What is "Cherry Wine" on the album?
"Cherry Wine" closes the standard edition as a live recording. The song later raised awareness of domestic abuse, with proceeds from its single release going to support charities.
Did the Hozier album win any awards?
The album's lead single "Take Me to Church" was nominated for Song of the Year at the 57th Annual Grammy Awards in 2015.

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