Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová were once an item and a music duo with stunning success, including an Oscar. But they eventually split up and embarked on solo careers in different countries. And now, 15 years later, they are touring and making magic again. "The Answer Is Yes” is one of their new offerings, this time with Irglová in the lead and Hansard as the second voic.e, celebrating the endurance of a hard-earned friendship. Sentimental? Yes. Pure? That too. Thank you Glen and Maekéta from a fan in Ivory Coast🇨🇮, West Africa.
I was going to write what I think this song means, and how I view the lyrics relating to their story together... but I see that everyone has already done that. And then some. With heartfelt comments about what this all means. And so I love that somehow we're all just as connected as they are. Our shared experiences, joys and heartaches. Our shared understanding of this experience. I listen to and watch this beautiful piece, read these comments, and I'm just so profoundly in love with the world.
For those who were there since the beginning, this song is very special and a wonderful reflection of both Marketa and Glen’s growth individually and together. ❤ Love the harmonies and this simple and pleasing video which doesn’t overdo anything, offering a glimpse into the work behind the scenes.
This isn't the ending I wanted back in 2008, but it certainly is the good ending. Kind of mimics the movie, oddly - just because you don't end up together forever doesn't mean it wasn't a love or friendship that was well worth it.
My heart is SOARING right now. I'm feeling it. This is so much what I needed right now. Thank you for this beautiful music, the answer to a question I didn't realize I had.
Love this! I love the change in dynamic of Mar leading and Glen harmonizing in this song. Thank you both for sharing your tremendous gifts with all of us. Can’t wait to hear more!
I answer YES, it is Beautiful ! And what a great pleasure to see Glen as The Second Voice, proud with Mar, full harmonized in an Angel's Duo of a new starting in a musical rebirth to enjoy our hearts and souls with true human being love 💙🤍❤️ Thank you so much for that evolution and ours together. Love you great Angels and Arcangels ! ❤
There are songs of such simplicity and sincere emotion that resonate with what it means to be human at such a core level. This is one of those songs. It is one that reflects beautifully and honestly on the past but with love and friendship and optimism of (and for) the present and future. A real gem! Thank you so much Marketa and Glen. I truly hope to get to see you when you are in Boston later this year.
Píseň o lidech, co se měli rádi a po tom všem k sobě našli cestu s přejí si štěstí bez jakékoliv zášti a nenávisti… Zajímavé, osvěžující a v prostředí zmrdů nereálné! Ale díky barmance v Újezdu jsem pochopil někde ve světě se vážně děje to, ze lidé se mají přes všechny rozpory a nakonec o rozchody ve finále i rádi a umí se mít nejenomže rádi, ale ze spolu dokáží spolupracovat a vytvořit něco zajímavého…. Hele, to by se v prostředí vás zmrdů nikdy nestalo. Tečka. Ale je fajn vidět, ze někde jinde, v jiném prostředí, se to děje. Díky barmance za osvěžení situace.
V prostředí vás zmrdů nikdy nestalo!!! Jsem ve špatný zemi… Jenom proto, ze věci prožívám jinak než vy zmrdi, ze me děláte slabocha…. Hele, me to nevadí…. Me nevadí bejt ve vašich očích slaboch…. Nikdo z vás pro me nemáte hodnotu…. Jste jenom lidi, co jsem potkal….. těch bylo tisíce….
Thanks Glen & Marketa as the tears of mine do no justice to this gorgeous, lovely ballad. Yes is the answer of Love. I hope to hear new music by Swell Season soon.
This song fits so perfectly on so many parallels for these fantastically gifted humans. How lucky are we to know their stories as well as their lives through the music they make? These are true artists in every aspect of the word. Blessed to have seem then many times over the years. The most intimate and beautiful concert experience. If you ever get a chance, you've got to see them if only, "Once."
Jste naprosto uzasni.Posloucham vas dnes uz asi po desate a slzim dojetim.V te hudbe je tak dokonala mezilidska laska... Tolik citu,je to az Bozske. Dekuji❤
Loving this, I can't wait to hear the rest - seeing this put a huge smile on my face. Your music has been a soundtrack to my life and I hope to have the chance to see you live soon. Thanks Mar and Glen for your magic
It's beautiful to see your growth, both of you. Marketa, your voice is so much confident now! In previous Swell Season songs, your delicate voice was often laced closely to Glen's, but in this one, it's the opposite. You are leading Glen's voice and I think it's beautiful. Your two voices together move incredible things in me and I'll always be there for it. (Crossing my fingers for a Canadian show someday.) Thank you!
Our country doesn't get to enjoy things like "tours" anymore. You should know that by now. We're persona non grata for international artists post-Covid.
Saw Glen last night in Portland, ME, and your presence was felt in the room, I thought. Always love it when you two come together to make something magical happen.
Simply beautiful. I am as excited to see you in August as I was in March 2022. That 2022 show refilled me in ways and in places I didn't realize I needed. I can't wait for more restoring music.
My partner and I have been together for 11 years. We're getting married on Friday. To me, it is no coincidence that this came out this week, as it truly speaks to me and our journey together. We took five years apart and I believe we are truly better for it. Was it all worth it? The answer is yes, yes, yes :)
.. so said, that I missed all these times of Glen´s concerts in Brno several years ago (more than decade) - private spirit, pure music orgasm :) ... However and that´s why I can´t miss only one opportunity in Prague this November!!! .. Look forward!!! ..
You've come a long way from that original recording session in Once but I love how you show the same joy and playfulness from making music together as family and friends
Went on one of the most amazing dates to see this band in 2008, and what an absolute diamond of a show. From the first note by Glen singing without a microphone to a silent audience, he knew he had them for the rest of the night. It was an out of body experience, and seeing them still have that same passion and love of what they do is pure magic in a bottle. We're truly blessed to have had them share their gifts with us. Glen and Mar, thank you from all your fans! 🫶
I cannot wait to see the two of you together again in concert in the DC area in August. Your music and your story make my heart smile and my eyes leak happy tears. I look so forward to seeing two dear, old friends playing and singing together, again. Loved reading your liner notes, Markéta. You clearly put so much into them, and it is much appreciated. Thank you for everything! 🫶
I was in the swell season concert last night @Chateau Ste Michelle Winery, and this song was the second one you and Glen played if I remember correctly. It was first time I hear it and is just soooo beautiful and romantic, and I almost cried at that moment. Love and thank you for this amazing song!
Marketa te amo ojala y puedas venir a la Ciudad de Mexico en algún momento te juro que hare todo lo posible por ir a verlos. amo tu música me consuela en esta depresión este mal q esta acabando conmigo y antes que me vaya los quiero ver.
Amazing to still hear such beautiful music, the first two albums are incredible, and these guys writing songs about eachother when they were dating and inlove during Once was amazing.
What an absolutely wonderful song! Thank you for the brief glimpse into your incredible friendship and all the beauty that has come from it. I am sure it hasn't always been rosey, but thank you for touching so many lives with your talents! How things have worked out is inspiring.
Wow, thank you so much for this wonderful song. In this sometimes dark world we need music, lyrics and artists like the both of you. I know I need this in my life, and so grateful for the perfect timing of this song ❤️
I absolutely love this song. In the video, there are also beautiful paintings of angels hanging on the wall. I am intrigued by them. Can you, or have you, shared information about them? Who painted them, are they originals, etc.? This song makes me want to come to Iceland, but for the potential eruption on the Reykjanes peninsula :)
Unbelievably beautiful. I love your story and incredible authenticity. I’m a forever fan, seeing you live for the second time next week in Washington state for my birthday! First time was on my birthday here in 2010. Thank you for more songs. Keep going! 🙏🏻❤️
this is what happens when music is not just a pose, rather it is about life. You turn your experience into art. Thank you.
OMG.. no words. Thank you Marketa and Glen ❤ so much. Your Friendship is so beautiful.
This connects 15 years seamlessly. We're still here. So beautiful 😍
Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová were once an item and a music duo with stunning success, including an Oscar. But they eventually split up and embarked on solo careers in different countries. And now, 15 years later, they are touring and making magic again. "The Answer Is Yes” is one of their new offerings, this time with Irglová in the lead and Hansard as the second voic.e, celebrating the endurance of a hard-earned friendship. Sentimental? Yes. Pure? That too. Thank you Glen and Maekéta from a fan in Ivory Coast🇨🇮, West Africa.
I was going to write what I think this song means, and how I view the lyrics relating to their story together... but I see that everyone has already done that. And then some. With heartfelt comments about what this all means.
And so I love that somehow we're all just as connected as they are. Our shared experiences, joys and heartaches. Our shared understanding of this experience.
I listen to and watch this beautiful piece, read these comments, and I'm just so profoundly in love with the world.
For those who were there since the beginning, this song is very special and a wonderful reflection of both Marketa and Glen’s growth individually and together. ❤ Love the harmonies and this simple and pleasing video which doesn’t overdo anything, offering a glimpse into the work behind the scenes.
These two are still magic together after all these years.
This isn't the ending I wanted back in 2008, but it certainly is the good ending. Kind of mimics the movie, oddly - just because you don't end up together forever doesn't mean it wasn't a love or friendship that was well worth it.
My heart is SOARING right now. I'm feeling it. This is so much what I needed right now. Thank you for this beautiful music, the answer to a question I didn't realize I had.
Swell season. You guys still make me sob after 15 years.
You made me cry, in a good way
Love this! I love the change in dynamic of Mar leading and Glen harmonizing in this song. Thank you both for sharing your tremendous gifts with all of us. Can’t wait to hear more!
This is wonderful! Magic happens when you two make music together. ❤
I recently discovered this transcendent song and it touches something in me that's extremely metaphysical. Incredible.
Absolutely love this song!!! Thanks for this gift.
I answer YES, it is Beautiful ! And what a great pleasure to see Glen as The Second Voice, proud with Mar, full harmonized in an Angel's Duo of a new starting in a musical rebirth to enjoy our hearts and souls with true human being love 💙🤍❤️ Thank you so much for that evolution and ours together. Love you great Angels and Arcangels ! ❤
There are songs of such simplicity and sincere emotion that resonate with what it means to be human at such a core level. This is one of those songs. It is one that reflects beautifully and honestly on the past but with love and friendship and optimism of (and for) the present and future. A real gem!
Thank you so much Marketa and Glen. I truly hope to get to see you when you are in Boston later this year.
"In the place my wonder comes from, There I find you...
In your heart where the world comes from, There you will find me..."
Píseň o lidech, co se měli rádi a po tom všem k sobě našli cestu s přejí si štěstí bez jakékoliv zášti a nenávisti…
Zajímavé, osvěžující a v prostředí zmrdů nereálné!
Ale díky barmance v Újezdu jsem pochopil někde ve světě se vážně děje to, ze lidé se mají přes všechny rozpory a nakonec o rozchody ve finále i rádi a umí se mít nejenomže rádi, ale ze spolu dokáží spolupracovat a vytvořit něco zajímavého….
Hele, to by se v prostředí vás zmrdů nikdy nestalo.
Tečka.
Ale je fajn vidět, ze někde jinde, v jiném prostředí, se to děje.
Díky barmance za osvěžení situace.
V prostředí vás zmrdů nikdy nestalo!!!
Jsem ve špatný zemi…
Jenom proto, ze věci prožívám jinak než vy zmrdi, ze me děláte slabocha….
Hele, me to nevadí….
Me nevadí bejt ve vašich očích slaboch….
Nikdo z vás pro me nemáte hodnotu….
Jste jenom lidi, co jsem potkal….. těch bylo tisíce….
이 노래의 가사로 보답 받는 기분이 들어요. 노래해주셔서 고맙습니다. 마음 깊이
Love you guys since "Once". Beautiful voice duet!
Dochází mi slova. Mám husí kůži od samého začátku 🥹
As someone that got his world view totally transformed by watching "Once" and followed along their lives, this song fills me with soooo much joy ❤
Thanks Glen & Marketa as the tears of mine do no justice to this gorgeous, lovely ballad. Yes is the answer of Love. I hope to hear new music by Swell Season soon.
This song fits so perfectly on so many parallels for these fantastically gifted humans. How lucky are we to know their stories as well as their lives through the music they make? These are true artists in every aspect of the word. Blessed to have seem then many times over the years. The most intimate and beautiful concert experience. If you ever get a chance, you've got to see them if only, "Once."
The song and the story behind it brought me to tears, but it's a good cry 🥲 Love you both, thank you so much for your music and the good vibes! ❤
This is music at its finest ❤️ thank you for coming back together. It somehow feels especially needed these days 🎶
Gracias! Por un día en el que no perder las ganas de vivir 😊
Marketko to je taková krása děkuji 😊
Just saw these two in Nashville and the concert was just amazing. They said they wrote 18 more songs together. I'm waiting on those.
I didn't know this, now I can't wait for more songs!
This is a beautiful gift. I doubt there was a dry eye in the house when we all hit play.
Love it and I love YOUR voice even more along with Glen singing along after all these years. Thank you for this gift.
Jste naprosto uzasni.Posloucham vas dnes uz asi po desate a slzim dojetim.V te hudbe je tak dokonala mezilidska laska...
Tolik citu,je to az Bozske.
Dekuji❤
Loving this, I can't wait to hear the rest - seeing this put a huge smile on my face. Your music has been a soundtrack to my life and I hope to have the chance to see you live soon. Thanks Mar and Glen for your magic
It's beautiful to see your growth, both of you. Marketa, your voice is so much confident now! In previous Swell Season songs, your delicate voice was often laced closely to Glen's, but in this one, it's the opposite. You are leading Glen's voice and I think it's beautiful. Your two voices together move incredible things in me and I'll always be there for it. (Crossing my fingers for a Canadian show someday.) Thank you!
Our country doesn't get to enjoy things like "tours" anymore. You should know that by now. We're persona non grata for international artists post-Covid.
This is a perfect assessment of this song.
This song is going to used in soooo many weddings!!❤❤❤
An incredible song!
Absolutely!
Have waited so song for New Music from The Swell Season ❤ This is such a gem 💍 I hope you’ll come to Denmark some Day 💐
Saw Glen last night in Portland, ME, and your presence was felt in the room, I thought. Always love it when you two come together to make something magical happen.
I cried the whole time. Incredibly beautiful !!
When 2 of extremely talented musicians get together with chemistry, this happens. It’s a magic.
Simply beautiful. I am as excited to see you in August as I was in March 2022. That 2022 show refilled me in ways and in places I didn't realize I needed. I can't wait for more restoring music.
Lovely and bittersweet. Great video!
My partner and I have been together for 11 years. We're getting married on Friday. To me, it is no coincidence that this came out this week, as it truly speaks to me and our journey together. We took five years apart and I believe we are truly better for it. Was it all worth it? The answer is yes, yes, yes :)
Good song. It was falling slowly that first caught my attention and if you want me. Thanks to both of you for creating and playing nice choon.
.. so said, that I missed all these times of Glen´s concerts in Brno several years ago (more than decade) - private spirit, pure music orgasm :) ... However and that´s why I can´t miss only one opportunity in Prague this November!!! .. Look forward!!! ..
.. and somehow hope, that Markéta will be there as well :) because than is the circle closed :D ....
Sedím a nemohu to rozdýchat. Tohle je naprostá nádhera. Hudba i text nemá chybu.
You've come a long way from that original recording session in Once but I love how you show the same joy and playfulness from making music together as family and friends
Well this may just be the most powerfully emotionally healthy duet I have ever heard.
Just want to say, your movie and music means a lot to me. Great to see you working together again.
Love the song and can’t wait to see you both again in Washington, DC!
Absolute masterpiece. Can’t wait to see you guys live in North Carolina USA In August 🎶
Another Masterpiece by two exceptional Musicians and two amazing Voices...please keep creating beautiful music...thanks...
Gracias por todo lo que explicas sobre la producción y el proceso... es fantástico ser parte de la historia que contienen tus canciones.
Went on one of the most amazing dates to see this band in 2008, and what an absolute diamond of a show. From the first note by Glen singing without a microphone to a silent audience, he knew he had them for the rest of the night. It was an out of body experience, and seeing them still have that same passion and love of what they do is pure magic in a bottle. We're truly blessed to have had them share their gifts with us. Glen and Mar, thank you from all your fans! 🫶
I am just home from tonight’s concert at Vicar Street- what a privilege. Thank you 🙏
We need a follow up to Once...maybe call it Twice? :)
Yeeees 🥹❤️❤️
Not just crying, but sobbing the whole time. Thank you.
Thank you, I love this new songs ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Thank's for be real! ❣️
I cannot wait to see the two of you together again in concert in the DC area in August. Your music and your story make my heart smile and my eyes leak happy tears. I look so forward to seeing two dear, old friends playing and singing together, again. Loved reading your liner notes, Markéta. You clearly put so much into them, and it is much appreciated. Thank you for everything! 🫶
Thank you for making the most beautiful music I've ever heard in my life!
I love Falling Slowly 110%. This song goes to 111%.
Thanks for the new song, it means a lot to me indeed.😊
To je tak čistá nádhera, díky Markéto a Glene ❤️🕊️🤍
Krásné...
Thank you for bringing context to this adventure. It’s always brought out a little bit more.
Outstanding! Shivering. Beautiful 😍 Music and friends is part of the important things in life!
I was in the swell season concert last night @Chateau Ste Michelle Winery, and this song was the second one you and Glen played if I remember correctly. It was first time I hear it and is just soooo beautiful and romantic, and I almost cried at that moment. Love and thank you for this amazing song!
They are my favorite couple! When I saw the movie "Once". I was hooked!
You tried but she still broke your heart Glen. Good luck great music.
I was at the Durham and DC shows. Glen said something profound in that in the spectrum of love romance is such a small slice.
Marketa te amo ojala y puedas venir a la Ciudad de Mexico en algún momento te juro que hare todo lo posible por ir a verlos.
amo tu música me consuela en esta depresión este mal q esta acabando conmigo y antes que me vaya los quiero ver.
Stunning. My heart nearly burst.
Can't wait to see you in Seattle. Sending so much love.
Amazing to still hear such beautiful music, the first two albums are incredible, and these guys writing songs about eachother when they were dating and inlove during Once was amazing.
Saw them perform this live last night in SF. Magical, heartwarming and pure love!
Mar you make my heart jump with love hope to meet you one day, take care, love for UK
such a beautiful song spreading so much healing energy 💛🤍💛🤍
What a beautiful reunion and a nice splash of humor at the end.
Wow, this is beautiful. The dream team!
Desde que Sion FULLANA ME PRESENTÓ TU MUSICA, eres parte de mis días y mi nueva BSO de vida. Gracias por tanta belleza y capacidad creativa.
I love this so so so much. See you in Dublin 🙏❤
Still amazing together. The song is really beautiful as well. Marketa and Glenn, I never get enough from your music.❤
amazing voice..
My heartttt ❤️
What an absolutely wonderful song! Thank you for the brief glimpse into your incredible friendship and all the beauty that has come from it. I am sure it hasn't always been rosey, but thank you for touching so many lives with your talents! How things have worked out is inspiring.
Their music is beautiful! Loved seeing them in Chicago.
How did I just hear this now.
Come to Mexico please ❤❤❤
Krásné, děkuji oběma
Thank you for that. I am deeply happy with this new song!
Wow, thank you so much for this wonderful song. In this sometimes dark world we need music, lyrics and artists like the both of you. I know I need this in my life, and so grateful for the perfect timing of this song ❤️
Guys, I’m so happy that I’ll see you soon in Boston ❤️
As a huge fan I am excited to see you on August 11th 🌾🌷🌿🍃
Překrásné❤❤❤
crying through this
Merry Christmas and a joyful peaceful New Year Marketa Irglova to you and your loves ones🌲🌲🌻🌷🙏
I absolutely love this song. In the video, there are also beautiful paintings of angels hanging on the wall. I am intrigued by them. Can you, or have you, shared information about them? Who painted them, are they originals, etc.? This song makes me want to come to Iceland, but for the potential eruption on the Reykjanes peninsula :)
Unbelievably beautiful. I love your story and incredible authenticity. I’m a forever fan, seeing you live for the second time next week in Washington state for my birthday! First time was on my birthday here in 2010. Thank you for more songs. Keep going! 🙏🏻❤️
I'm flying in from Germany to see you live in Dublin on July 13th. Thank you for making a dream come true! ❤