Black is the Color
Ted Alevizos & Joan Baez & Bill Wood Lyrics
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Is the color of my true love's hair
Her lips are like a rose so fair
And the prettiest face and the neatest hands.
I love the grass whereon she stands
She with the wondrous hair.
Black, black, black
Her face is something truly rare.
Oh I do love my love and so well she knows
I love the ground whereon she goes.
She with the wondrous hair.
Black, black, black
Is the color of my true love's hair
Alone, my life would be so bare.
I would sigh, I would weep,
I would never fall asleep
My love is 'way beyond compare
She with the wondrous hair.
Black, black, black
Is the color of my true love's hair.
The lyrics of "Black Is the Color" are a poetic expression of the singer's deep admiration and love for their true love, whose hair is described as black. The repetition of the word "black" emphasizes the intensity and significance of this physical attribute. The singer compares their true love's lips to a fair rose, highlighting their beauty and delicacy. The mention of the prettiest face and neatest hands emphasizes the singer's appreciation for their overall appearance.
The lyrics go on to express a profound connection between the singer and their true love, emphasizing their love for the ground on which their love walks. This implies a deep connection to nature and the environment surrounding their beloved. The phrase "she with the wondrous hair" is repeated throughout the song, acting as a sort of refrain, further emphasizing the singer's enchantment with their true love's hair and overall presence.
The last stanza of the song focuses on the singer's fear of losing their true love. They express that without their love, their life would feel empty and lonely. The singer implies that they would sigh, weep, and struggle to fall asleep if they were separated from their beloved. The final line emphasizes the unparalleled qualities of their love, reaffirming the enchantment and admiration present throughout the song.
Overall, "Black Is the Color" is a heartfelt and romantic song that uses powerful imagery and repetition to convey the singer's deep love and appreciation for their true love.
Line by Line Meaning
Black, black, black
The color that represents my true love's hair is a deep and beautiful black.
Is the color of my true love's hair
Her hair is the epitome of blackness, a symbol of her uniqueness.
Her lips are like a rose so fair
Her lips possess a delicate and captivating charm, resembling the beauty of a rose.
And the prettiest face and the neatest hands.
Not only does she have an exceptionally beautiful face, but her hands are also impeccably clean and organized.
I love the grass whereon she stands
I have an affection for the very ground she walks on, admiring even the grass beneath her feet.
She with the wondrous hair.
She, the possessor of this extraordinary hair, is truly enchanting.
Her face is something truly rare.
Her facial features are incredibly unique and uncommon.
Oh I do love my love and so well she knows
I am deeply in love with her, and she is aware of the intensity of my feelings.
I love the ground whereon she goes.
I adore the very path she walks on, rejoicing in her every step.
Alone, my life would be so bare.
Without her presence, my life would lack fulfillment and happiness.
I would sigh, I would weep,
In her absence, I would constantly sigh and shed tears of longing.
I would never fall asleep
Sleep would elude me if I couldn't be with her.
My love is 'way beyond compare
The extent of my love for her cannot be matched or measured.
She with the wondrous hair.
Once again, she, the possessor of this astonishing hair, is truly extraordinary.
Black, black, black
The color that represents my true love's hair remains the same, a constant reminder of her allure.
Is the color of my true love's hair.
With absolute certainty, her hair is undeniably black, symbolic of her distinctiveness.
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Written by: . TRADITIONAL, DAMIEN GEORGE RICE
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