Lyrics
Wait 'til the dawning of old Sirus
Anticipation for the arrival of a significant celestial event, possibly symbolizing change or revelation.
See the world as it was new
Observing the world with a fresh perspective, reminiscent of its original state.
There is a mist upon the meadow
A mysterious atmosphere blankets the meadow, and there are only a few active or engaged souls.
And the stirring souls are few
Implies a scarcity of individuals moved or motivated in the environment.
She hears the starlings cry at daybreak
A person, possibly the protagonist, hears the cries of starlings at dawn and the ringing of bells.
And the tolling of the bells
Suggests a significant event or moment marked by the tolling of bells.
She shivers in the chill of the morning air
The protagonist feels a chill in the morning air and shivers, emphasizing the atmospheric discomfort.
Drawing water from her well
Engaged in mundane tasks, drawing water from a well, emphasizing the daily routine.
With tears like diamonds upon her haggard face
The woman's face is marked by tears that are described as precious and resembling diamonds.
Hear the owls cry at midnight
The nocturnal cries of owls are heard, and bells toll again, creating a mysterious nighttime atmosphere.
And the towers tolling bells
Reiteration of the significant role played by tolling bells in the narrative.
There is a fog upon the forest
A fog hangs over the forest, and the woman keeps her experiences secret.
Where she's been she'll never tell
The woman remains silent about her past or where she has been.
With tears like diamonds upon her haggard face
Repetition emphasizes the enduring nature of the woman's sorrow expressed through diamond-like tears.
With tears like diamonds upon her haggard face
-With tears like diamonds upon her haggard face
-With tears like diamonds upon her haggard face
-With tears like diamonds
-With tears like diamonds upon her haggard face
-With tears like diamonds
Final repetition, reinforcing the enduring and precious nature of the woman's tears.
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