Hozier’s latest video for ‘Cherry Wine’ stars Saoirse Ronan and addresses domestic violence. The most powerful shot in the video is at the end with Saoirse Ronan’s unblinking yet bruised face.
Artist, label and publishing proceeds from the iTunes single download go towards Safe Ireland and the hashtag #FaceUpToDomesticViolence is trailed in the video.

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