Only Time

Irish musician Enya released "Only Time" on November 6, 2000 as the lead single from her fifth studio album A Day Without Rain. The track quickly climbed charts across Europe and North America, securing number one positions in Canada, Germany, Poland, and Switzerland. It also reached number two in Austria and became Enya's only top-10 hit as a solo artist in the United States, peaking at number ten on the Billboard Hot 100.

The song took on profound significance following the September 11 attacks, where its haunting melody and lyrics about waiting for answers resonated deeply with grieving families. Enya responded to this cultural moment by donating proceeds to a fund supporting the victims' relatives. Her new age composition transformed from a commercial success into a global anthem of comfort during a period of national mourning. [edit]