Three virgin nymphs

Song Meaning

This short lyric paints a vivid, almost primal scene: three nymphs, solitary and perhaps serene, are suddenly interrupted by the forceful presence of Silvanus. His immediate reaction is not one of gentle admiration but of aggressive desire, a sudden leap and snatch that misses its mark. The dominant tone shifts instantly from peaceful solitude to startled fear and then to Silvanus's crude, demanding pursuit.