Song Details
- Album Release Date: 2008-03-04
- Album Name: The Art Of Alfred Deller: The Counter-tenor Legacy
Song Meaning (Interpretation) of “The Three Ravens” by Traditional
The Three Ravens is a traditional folk song that tells the story of three ravens who conversed about where and what to eat. The song is set against a backdrop of sorrow and grief, and the powerful imagery of the three birds circling in the wind reflects the sadness felt by the narrator. The song speaks to the fragility of life and suggests that even in the face of tragedy and death, life will go on. Despite the sadness, the repeating refrain of “Never.No.More” resonates with hope for a brighter future. It suggests that, although heartache and tragedy are a common and unavoidable part of life, there can still be joy and beauty if one chooses to keep looking for it.