@ukcountrynews: Today, thousands of people discovered a song they had never heard before. When Gary Hansard stood at his brother Glen Hansard’s funeral and sang “I Can See God”, it became one of those rare moments where music seemed to stop time. The performance has touched hearts around the world, with so many people asking the same question: “What is that song?” The answer is a beautiful one. “I Can See God” was written by Glen and Gary’s uncle, Paul Cahill (not Hansard as typed), and originally recorded by the family band Papa Hobo. Gary, who delivered the unforgettable performance at today’s service, is also a member of the band – you’ll spot him in the black leather jacket in this video. There’s something especially moving about that. At a moment of unimaginable loss, it wasn’t just a beautiful song – it was a family’s song. A nephew singing the words written by his uncle as a farewell to his brother. It was a reminder of just how deeply music runs through the Hansard family, and how songs have clearly always been part of their story. It’s a timeless piece that has quietly existed for years, only now finding the audience it has always deserved. Sometimes it takes a single heartfelt performance to remind us that the most powerful music isn’t always the most famous. Watching this now, it’s hard not to hope that “I Can See God” might receive an official release or be reissued in Glen’s memory – perhaps even as a charity single supporting a cause close to his heart. It would be a fitting way for this extraordinary song to continue bringing comfort long after today. If you’ve arrived here after hearing Gary sing it today, this is where its story began. 💚 Rest in peace, Glen Hansard (1970–2026). Your music continues to bring people together, and today your family’s music found countless new hearts. Full video is on YouTube search Papa Hobo #glenhansard #garyhansard #dublin #ukcountrynews

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Tuesday 04 August 2026 23:10:59 GMT