The three bells Édith Piaf

"The Three Bells" by Édith Piaf, released in 1952, is a poignant chanson that tells the story of love, loss, and longing through the metaphor of three church bells. The lyrics reflect themes of nostalgia and the passage of time. Musically, it features rich orchestration and emotive vocals, highlighting Piaf's powerful delivery. The song resonates deeply with audiences, symbolizing enduring love and memory. #Chanson

There is a village hidden deep in the valley
Among the pine trees half forlorn
And there on a Sunday morning
Little Jimmy Brown was born

All the chapel bells were ringing in the little valley town
And the songs that they were singing was for baby Jimmy Brown
Then the little congregation, prayed for guidance from above
(Hallelujah)
Lead us not into temptation, bless this hour of meditation
Guide him with eternal love
(Hallelujah)

There is a village hidden deep in the valley
Beneath the mountains high above
And there, twenty years thereafter
Jimmy was to meet his love

All the chapel bells were ringing, was a great day in his life
'Cause the songs that they were singing was for Jimmy and his wife
Then the little congregation, prayed for guidance from above
(Hallelujah)
Lead us not into temptation, bless, oh Lord this celebration
May their lives be filled with love
(Hallelujah)

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