The girl who I will marry will have a heart so wise that in the hollow of her eyes my heart will want to tarry. The girl who will be mine will have skin so soft and tender, and when it comes December, her skin will be my wine.
Interpretation
The quote expresses deep admiration and longing for a partner with both wisdom and tenderness.
In this quote, Jacques Brel poetically illustrates his ideal vision of love, emphasizing the emotional depth and allure of a partner who possesses wisdom and sensitivity. The imagery used conveys a yearning for companionship that transcends physical attraction, suggesting that the essence of true love lies in the emotional and spiritual connection shared between partners.
In practice
In a wedding toast where you want to honor the couple's deep connection.
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I'm not the average girl from your video and I ain't built like a supermodel but I learned to love myself unconditionally because i am a queen
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