The songwriter is being recognised for his services to Australian music at this year’s Apra awards – after 40 years of hits, wisdom and celebrity run-ins
Unofficially, it also recognises his presence as a wise elder of Australian music – a role he has been performing all the way from his home in Los Angeles, which he calls a “strangely spiritual place in many ways”, capable of creating “this very strange sense of euphoria” even after 30 years.
Hay has been a sage to aspiring Australian musicians – most prominently, his goddaughter, songwriter and pop star Sia Furler. Hay has appeared on Letterman, too, as well as Jimmy Fallon and Jimmy Kimmel. He’s recorded 15 studio albums, toured with Ringo Starr and maintained a live presence of wit and distinction. Of the impending award, he says: “I think ‘services’ is the key word. It’s important to realise at some point in your life that it is a valuable thing to be of service, to be of some use … You can always make things better, you can always learn something else, you can always practise a little more.
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