You I Think Of – Joe Hodgson’s Heartfelt Instrumental Speaks Louder Than Words

Joe Hodgson, the Northern Irish guitarist from the small village of Ballymagorry, has released a deeply emotional new single, “You I Think Of.” This moving instrumental is the third release from his upcoming album “Fields of Redemption,” which comes out on June 20, 2025. Working with the world-famous Czech Philharmonic Orchestra, the track shows Hodgson’s special ability to turn feelings into music without using any words.

Now, with “You I Think Of,” Hodgson shows how much he’s grown, not only as a guitarist but as a true storyteller.

The song started as inspiration from the Irish folk classic “Molly Malone” and began as an acoustic arrangement. But as Hodgson played, he imagined a story – falling in love with a woman from Dublin. That story surprisingly came true. In 2022, he married a woman from Dublin who walked down the aisle to the song’s orchestral arrangement.

This background adds an emotional layer to the music. It’s not just a beautiful melody – it’s a real-life love story told through guitar and strings.

The song opens with quiet, thoughtful guitar lines

The song opens with quiet, thoughtful guitar lines – gentle and honest, like the beginning of a letter to someone dear. Hodgson’s playing is both delicate and emotional, shaped more by feeling than technical showing off.

As the track grows, the Czech Philharmonic Orchestra joins in, adding warmth and depth. The strings don’t overshadow the guitar – they support it, wrapping around the melody like an embrace. It’s a perfect balance between closeness and grandness.

Hodgson is known for mixing styles, and “You I Think Of” is no different. There’s the soul of blues, the elegance of jazz, the drama of rock, and the melodic roots of Irish folk – all present, all working together. Yet nothing feels forced. Every note feels intentional. This is music that takes its time and invites you to feel something real.

This song doesn’t just impress – it connects. It proves that Joe Hodgson is more than a talented guitarist; he’s a composer of deep, human experiences.

Listen to You I Think Of