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Herzenswünsche
Staff Notation • Secular, Folk songs
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Herzenswünsche by Anonymous — Lyrics
Ach, wie ist's möglich dann,
dass ich dich lassen kann,
hab' dich von Herzen lieb,
das glaube mir!
Du hast die Seele mein,
so ganz genommen ein,
dass ich kein' And're lieb',
als dich allein.
Blau blüht ein Blümelein,
das heisst Vergissnichtmein;
dies Blümchen leg' ans Herz,
und denk' an mich!
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About Herzenswünsche
This anonymous German folk song, Herzenswünsche, is set for SATB choir. Its text expresses profound devotion and longing. The composer describes how one person has captured the singer's entire soul, making them love no other. The lyrics use the imagery of a forget-me-not flower, urging the beloved to keep it close and think of the singer. Even if the flower wilts, the love expressed here will remain eternally. The song speaks of wanting to be reunited, flying like a bird to be near the loved one, and even welcoming death if it means being embraced by them. It is a heartfelt declaration of unwavering love, suitable for a concert of secular part-songs.
