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If I had but two little wings
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SATB · James Gibb
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If I had but two little wings by Charles Hubert Hastings Parry — Lyrics
If I had but two little wings
And were a little feathery bird,
To you I'd fly, my dear!
But thoughts like these are idle things,
And I stay here.
But in my sleep to you I fly:
I'm always with you in my sleep!
The world is all one's own.
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About If I had but two little wings
Charles Hubert Hastings Parry's SATB partsong If I had but two little wings captures a poignant longing for connection. The text paints a vivid picture of the singer's desire to escape earthly limitations and fly to their beloved, wishing for wings to bridge the distance. However, the verses acknowledge the futility of such dreams in waking hours, leading to a profound sense of loneliness. The music explores the solace found in sleep, where the singer can reunite with their loved one, only to face the harsh reality of solitude upon waking. Parry's setting masterfully conveys the bittersweet emotions of yearning, isolation, and the gentle comfort found in dreams.
