Shady Grove
Love's Harvest: Embracing the Seasons of Passion in Shady Grove
Lyrics
Peaches in the summertime
Possibly referencing the abundance or availability of peaches during the summer season.
Apples in the fall
Referring to apples typically harvested in autumn, indicating seasonal change.
If I can't have the one I love
Expressing a refusal to settle for someone other than the beloved.
I won't have none at all
Stating the resolve to have no one if unable to have the desired person.
Shady Grove, my little love
Using "Shady Grove" as an endearment for the beloved.
Shady Grove, my darling
Repeating the endearing term for emphasis.
Shady Grove, my little love
Continuing the affectionate reference to the beloved.
I'm going back to Harlan
Expressing a decision to return to Harlan, possibly the beloved's location or a significant place.
Cheeks as red as the blooming rose
Describing physical attributes, possibly praising the beloved's appearance.
Eyes of the prettiest brown
Further complimenting the beloved's attractive features.
You are the darling of my heart
Declaring affection and endearment for the beloved.
Love me when the sun goes down
Expressing a desire for love and affection during the nighttime or when circumstances change.
Fly around, my pretty little dove
Using terms of endearment for the beloved, possibly a comparison to a dove.
Fly around, my daisy
Repeating the endearing term with a different comparison, perhaps emphasizing affection.
Fly around, my pretty little love
Continuing to express affection with another endearing term, suggesting overwhelming emotions.
About to drive me crazy
Feeling emotionally overwhelmed or driven to an intense state by the beloved.
Some come here to fiddle and dance
Describing the varied reasons people visit Shady Grove, indicating diversity in motives.
Some come here to tarry
Reiterating the diverse intentions of those visiting Shady Grove.
Some come here to fiddle and dance
Repeating the notion of some visiting to fiddle and dance, possibly emphasizing this aspect.
I come here to marry
Declaring the speaker's intention to marry, contrasting with others' intentions.
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