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Kodaline frontman Steve Garrigan revealed that the band's breakthrough single 'High Hopes' originated from a deeply personal period marked by anxiety and panic attacks.

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Who
Steve Garrigan, Vincent May, Mark Prendergast, Jason Boland, Dermot Whelan
What
Kodaline frontman Steve Garrigan revealed that the band's breakthrough single 'High Hopes' originated from a deeply personal period marked by anxiety and panic attacks.
When
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 07:00:00 GMT · 3h 58m ago
Where
Dublin, Ireland ·
Why
Garrigan discussed the song's origins on 'The Museum of Me with Dermot Whelan' on RTÉ One, explaining it was written on an old family piano during a difficult time in his life.
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This revelation offers fans insight into the creative process and emotional depth behind one of Kodaline's most successful songs, highlighting how personal struggles can fuel artistic expression. The band is also on a farewell tour, marking a significant transition in their career.

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    Kodaline frontman Steve Garrigan revealed that he never anticipated the success of their breakthrough single "High Hopes," despite its deeply personal origins during a difficult period of anxiety and panic attacks.
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    Steve Garrigan revealed that he never imagined Kodaline's breakthrough single 'High Hopes' would become such a success.
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    Steve Garrigan revealed that he never imagined Kodaline's breakthrough single 'High Hopes' would become such a success, despite knowing it came from a personal place during a difficult period.
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    Kodaline frontman Steve Garrigan revealed that the band's breakthrough single 'High Hopes' originated from a deeply personal period marked by anxiety and panic attacks.
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    Kodaline frontman Steve Garrigan revealed that he never imagined the band's breakthrough single High Hopes would become such a success, despite knowing the song came from one of the most personal moments of his life.
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