Corbel now lives in Paris and performs in France and abroad. Her music blends ancient poems and compositions, celtic tunes and Mediterranean influences. She was noticed during her concerts and had the opportunity to play with the greatest “world music” artists:
The Berry
Cécile Corbel Lyrics
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To the river, to the river
To the river let's go down
Feelin' happy, feelin' sad
Let's go down, let's go down
To the river, to the river
Oh Mourner let's go down
One morning I was a' walkin' down
Walkin' down, walkin' down
Saw a berry a' hangin' down
Pick the berry, pick the berry
Sweet as the honey in the comb
Mary, girl, you know my name
Show me the spring that never dry
Moon went into the poplar tree
You'll see the stars a' fallin' down
Wonder where my father gone
Won't be long, won't be long
'Till the stars a' fallin' down
Stars a' fallin', stars a' fallin'
See the stars a' fallin' down
Mary, girl, you know my name
Show me the spring that never dry
Moon went into the poplar tree
You'll see the stars a' fallin' down
Mary, girl, you know my heart
Show me the spring that never dry
Moon went into the poplar tree
You'll see the stars a' fallin' down
The lyrics to Cecile Corbel's song The Berry are filled with symbolism and a sense of mystery that invites listeners to interpret the meaning in their own unique way. The song begins with the phrase "Oh Mourner let's go down" which can be interpreted as a call to descend into the depths of emotion in order to find some sort of solace or resolution. This idea is reinforced by the repetition of the phrase "To the river, to the river" which can be seen as a metaphor for the flow of time and the transformative power of nature.
The following lines "Feelin' happy, feelin' sad / Let's go down, let's go down" suggest a sense of emotional complexity and the recognition that life is a mix of both joy and sorrow. The refrain "Oh Mourner let's go down" returns throughout the song, emphasizing the importance of embracing all aspects of life, even the difficult ones.
The verse that speaks of a "berry a' hangin' down / Pick the berry, pick the berry / Sweet as the honey in the comb" can be interpreted in a number of ways. It may be a reference to the fleeting nature of joy and the importance of savoring it while it lasts, or it could symbolize the small moments of sweetness that are often overlooked in life.
In the later verses, the moon and stars are mentioned, representing the mysteries of the cosmos and the deeper questions of existence. The repetition of the phrase "You'll see the stars a' fallin' down" creates a sense of wonder and intrigue, inviting the listener to contemplate the vastness of the universe and their place within it.
Overall, The Berry is a beautiful, poetic song that invites interpretation and encourages listeners to embrace the full spectrum of human emotion.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh Mourner let's go down
Let's go to the river together.
To the river, to the river
Let's head towards the river.
To the river let's go down
Let's go down to the river.
Feelin' happy, feelin' sad
Regardless of our emotions, we should still go to the river.
Let's go down, let's go down
We should go down to the river together.
One morning I was a' walkin' down
There was a time I was walking down the street.
Walkin' down, walkin' down
I was simply walking.
Saw a berry a' hangin' down
I noticed a berry hanging from a tree.
Pick the berry, pick the berry
I decided to pluck the berry from the tree.
Sweet as the honey in the comb
The berry was exceptionally sweet.
Mary, girl, you know my name
I am familiar with you, Mary.
Show me the spring that never dry
Please reveal to me the never-ending stream.
Moon went into the poplar tree
The moon was obscured by the trees.
You'll see the stars a' fallin' down
The sight you will see is of the falling stars.
Wonder where my father gone
I wonder where my father went.
Won't be long, won't be long
It will not take much time.
'Till the stars a' fallin' down
Until the stars start to fall down.
Stars a' fallin', stars a' fallin'
The stars are falling from the sky.
See the stars a' fallin' down
Observe the stars falling to the ground.
Mary, girl, you know my heart
You are familiar with my true desires and feelings, Mary.
Show me the spring that never dry
Reveal to me the eternal spring.
Moon went into the poplar tree
The moon disappeared behind the trees.
You'll see the stars a' fallin' down
You will witness the falling stars.
Writer(s): Cecile Corbel, Simon Caby
Contributed by Isabelle D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.