Ballads Quote by M.L. LeGette
““O sweet, sweet Joanna How torn my heart! O sweet, sweet Joanna Our kiss shall never part! O sweet, sweet Joanna How thine eyes do mine miss! O sweet, sweet Joanna Lushest green now turned to mist! O sweet, sweet Joanna How wicked the under-lord king! O sweet, sweet Joanna Who stole our cherished ring!””
About This Quote
Source Song: “O Sweet Joanna” (folk ballad, 2012)
A lyrical lament expressing love, loss, and betrayal through vivid imagery.
In simple terms: Love and loss in song.
Key Takeaway
Channel emotions into creative expression.
Themes
love
betrayal
poetry
Mood
melancholic
dramatic
Type
poetic
musical
When to use this quote
- songwriting
- poetry readings
- theatrical monologues
Key Concepts
symbolism
romantic tragedy
Questions to Reflect On
- What does Joanna symbolize for you?
- How does the under‑lord king reflect inner conflict?
A Different Perspective
Romanticized suffering may idealize pain.
