Pearl

Faun's song 'Pearl' is a hauntingly beautiful exploration of fleeting beauty and the profound impact it can have on one's soul. The lyrics tell the story of a brief encounter with a woman who embodies an almost ethereal beauty, likened to the light of Eden. This encounter is so impactful that it leaves the narrator in a state of longing and despair, as they reflect on the transient nature of this beauty. The meadow floor and the smile of spring symbolize a moment of pure, natural beauty that is both enchanting and ephemeral.

The repeated phrase 'I saw her once and then no more' underscores the fleeting nature of this encounter. Despite the narrator's knowledge and perhaps even magical abilities ('my magic lore'), they are powerless to bring back this moment of beauty. This sense of helplessness is further emphasized by the line 'My peace is wrecked on beauty's shore,' suggesting that the narrator's inner tranquility has been shattered by this brief glimpse of perfection.

The final stanza introduces a poignant twist, where the narrator expresses a willingness to face death if it means experiencing this beauty once more. The idea that 'Death would soon heal this heart' speaks to the depth of the narrator's sorrow and longing. The beauty they witnessed was so profound that it has left their heart 'sad and sore,' and the only solace they can imagine is in the possibility of seeing this beauty again, even if only for a short while. This song captures the essence of longing and the human desire to hold onto moments of transcendent beauty, even when they are beyond our grasp.