Fraulein
Longing Across Borders: A Love Tale Along the Rhine
Lyrics
Far across the blue waters
Expressing a distant location, possibly emphasizing separation or longing.
Lives an old German's daughter
Describing the daughter of an old German, setting the scene for a love story.
By the banks of the old river Rhine
Indicating the geographical location of the old river Rhine, suggesting a significant place in the narrative.
Where I loved her and left her
Recalling a time when the speaker loved and departed from the German girl by the river.
But I can't forget her
Expressing the inability to forget the girl, hinting at lasting impact or emotional attachment.
'Cause I miss my pretty Fraulein
Conveying the speaker's longing and affection for his beloved Fraulein.
Fraulein, Fraulein
Repetition of the term "Fraulein," emphasizing the focus on the German girl in the narrative.
Look up toward the heavens each night
Encouraging the Fraulein to look at the night sky, invoking a romantic and celestial imagery.
When the stars seem to shine
Linking the stars' shine to the speaker's feelings, creating a connection between the two.
By the same stars above you
Pledging love by the shared experience of looking at the same stars.
I swear that I love you
Reiterating the speaker's declaration of love for the Fraulein.
You are my pretty Fraulein
Affirming the Fraulein's identity as the object of the speaker's affection.
When my memories wander
Reflecting on memories that wander, suggesting a nostalgic and introspective tone.
Away over yonder
Indicating a distant place, possibly reinforcing the theme of separation.
To the sweetheart that I left behind
Remembering the sweetheart left behind during a significant moment in the past.
In a moment of glory
Describing a memorable moment, possibly highlighting a moment of pride or significance.
A face comes before me
Eliciting the image of the Fraulein's face, emphasizing her importance in the speaker's thoughts.
The face of my pretty Fraulein
Reaffirming the emotional connection with the pretty Fraulein through her image.
Fraulein, Fraulein
Repetition of the term "Fraulein," maintaining focus on the central theme of the song.
Walk down by the river
Inviting the Fraulein to walk by the river, creating a romantic and picturesque scene.
Pretend that your hand's holding mine
Suggesting a shared romantic moment by pretending that their hands are entwined.
By the same stars above you
Reiterating the connection between the stars and the speaker's love for the Fraulein.
I swear that I love you
Affirming the speaker's ongoing declaration of love for the pretty Fraulein.
Comment