“Have I Told You” – Daniel & Majella O’Donnell (Live at the NEC, Killarney, Ireland)
When Daniel O’Donnell took the stage with his wife Majella at the NEC in Killarney to sing “Have I Told You,” the concert hall became something more intimate than a performance space. It became a living room, a quiet corner of the heart, where two people reminded each other — and the audience — of the importance of saying words that are often felt but too rarely spoken.
The song itself is simple in its construction but powerful in its sentiment. “Have I told you lately that I love you?” is not a line of grand poetry, but a direct question that carries within it the weight of memory, longing, and affirmation. It’s a song that reminds us love is not sustained by gestures alone, but by the continual act of voicing the truth that binds us together.
The arrangement was soft, warm, and unhurried — built on gentle piano chords, acoustic guitar, and subtle strings. Nothing in the instrumentation sought to dominate; everything was designed to frame the voices of Daniel and Majella, allowing their harmony to be the centerpiece.
Daniel O’Donnell’s voice brought the calm steadiness fans know so well — tender, earnest, and filled with a sincerity that requires no embellishment. He sang not as a star on stage but as a husband, making each word feel as if it were directed straight to Majella. Majella’s voice added luminous warmth, with a clarity that was both soothing and emotionally resonant. When their voices joined together, the harmonies felt effortless, as natural as a heartbeat.
The mood inside the hall was deeply moving. Though thousands were present, the performance felt almost private, as if the audience had been invited to share in something sacred between husband and wife. Listeners watched not just two singers, but two people who have walked through life together, weathering storms and celebrating joys, standing side by side in music and in love.
What makes this performance so unforgettable is the authenticity of their bond. For Daniel and Majella, “Have I Told You” was not just another song on a setlist; it was a living affirmation of the life they share. Fans who know their story — their struggles, their resilience, their devotion — could hear those truths in every note.
And yet, the song’s power reaches far beyond their marriage. It speaks universally to the human need for love to be spoken aloud. Whether between partners, family members, or friends, the question “Have I told you?” is one that echoes through all our lives. It is a gentle nudge to cherish the present and to never leave love unspoken.
In the end, Daniel and Majella’s rendition of “Have I Told You” in Killarney was not just a highlight of a concert — it was a life lesson wrapped in melody. It reminded everyone present that love must be voiced, that affection must be shared, and that sometimes the simplest words are the ones that matter most.