This haunting and poetic song gives voice to Bathsheba, reimagining her biblical story from a deeply personal and emotional perspective. Framed as a lament, it contrasts the innocence of girlhood, symbolized by a doll and playful moments by the stream with the loss of agency that follows when she is summoned by King David. The lyrics explore themes of power, consent, lost innocence, and the distortion of love under the weight of coercion. Through gentle yet piercing verses, Bathsheba questions the narrative of honor and glory, highlighting the emotional toll of being silenced and taken, rather than loved. It's a powerful feminist reframe of a familiar story, filled with sorrow, clarity, and unspoken strength.
