J'ay le fruict désiré

Robert Godard's J'ay le fruict désiré is a secular chanson, a genre of French song popular in the Renaissance. Scored for SATT voices, it offers a rich sound for a small vocal ensemble. The text expresses contentment with one's lot, rejecting the laments of others in love. The singer finds happiness and fulfillment in their present circumstances, desiring no more and envying no one. This song is a perfect example of the chanson's ability to convey personal sentiment with elegant musicality. It is a work that rewards careful attention to its vocal interplay and expressive text.