It was released on 6 November 2000 as the lead single from her fifth studio album, A Day Without Rain (2000).

aka Christian B. and Marc Dold) with a final mix by Enya's producer, Nicky Ryan.

Enya performed "Only Time" several times, performances included Larry King Live, Children in Need, This Morning, The View, Happy Xmas Show, Entertainment Tonight, Live!

with Regis and Kelly, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and 2001 World Music Awards.

The song is also played in goal reviews of all Dallas Stars home games at the American Airlines Center.