Song Details
- Album Release Date: 2012
- Genre: folk
Song Meaning of “The Green Gowned Lass” by Dervish
The Green Gowned Lass is a heartfelt ode to a time-honored Irish legend that recounts a beautiful young woman swathed in green gowns. She is a mysterious figure, “Like an angel in a dream”, whose beauty and grace makes a lasting impression on all who see her. She gracefully passes on, leaving behind a deep longing for her presence and a reminder to not take things for granted.
The song is a reflection on the impermanence of life and a call to appreciate life in this present moment. The refrain, “The time is fleet and fleeting”, conveys the all too rapid passage of time and the importance of recognizing the beauty and wonder of the world around us before it’s gone. To live life fully is to take time to appreciate each and every moment. The Green Gowned Lass is a reminder that we should all strive to recognize and appreciate our blessings now before they are gone.