The setting acts as a "silent accomplice" to the story, with lighting designed to create a sense of being suspended between a dream and reality.
The song and video are famously based on a story told to Enya by her lyricist, Roma Ryan. Enya - Evening Falls (video)
It follows a woman who had recurring dreams of a specific house in America, only to unexpectedly find the exact house years later in England. The setting acts as a "silent accomplice" to
The track was composed by Enya with lyrics by Roma Ryan and production by Nicky Ryan—the "dream team" that created Enya's unique multi-layered vocal sound. Enya - Evening Falls (video)
The lyrics mention "ivy dear mother against the glass flapping," which is visually represented to ground the supernatural theme in physical sensations.