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The Village Knew Before We Did | Hearthfold Folk Ballad

Some love stories begin with grand declarations. Others begin with a seat left open by the fire. “The Village Knew Before We Did” is a Hearthfold folk ballad about a quiet romance that everyone noticed long before the two at its center dared to name it. Set among kettles, cider mugs, watchful bakers, and over-helpful neighbors, it tells a familiar village truth: in Hearthfold, no one falls in love alone. This song celebrates the gentle comedy of community—where glances are counted, chairs are set “just in case,” and even denial is met with cake, ribbons, and practiced songs. It’s a warm, humorous ballad about love that grows in plain sight, held and encouraged by the people who know you best. ⸻ Lyrics [Verse I] We thought we were subtle as shadows at dusk, With glances like accidents, careful and hushed, A seat left “by chance” by the fire each night, Two hands not quite touching, but terribly right. We swore to ourselves it was nothing at all— Just neighbors, just talking, just answering calls. [Chorus] Oh everyone knew before we did, Before the words were said, Before the kettle burned too long Or we shared a loaf of bread. We thought our secret safe and hid— But everyone knew before we did. [Verse II] Old Mara poured cider and smiled too wide, Young Tom asked, “So whose place tonight?” The baker made cakes in a curious size, The tailor took measures with knowing eyes. We laughed it all off, said, “You’ve got it all wrong,” While the fiddler rehearsed our names in a song. [Chorus] Oh everyone knew before we did, Before the first real kiss, Before we learned how close two lives Can miss and then not miss. We whispered hopes the dark forbade— The whole town shouted serenade. [Verse III] They set out chairs “just in case,” they said, Tied ribbons up green, gold, and red, The innkeeper asked what year, what day, The vicar cleared space in a quiet way. We blinked and said, “Is this all for us?” They nodded back, “Well… who else but us?” [Chorus] Oh everyone knew before we did, Before we dared to see, That what we called coincidence Was love, quite obviously. We learned at last what we’d forbid— That everyone knew before we did. [Verse IV] We finally spoke it out loud one night When the fire slowed time and the world felt right, Said, “I think I love you,” soft and afraid— The door burst open: “Good! We’ve lemonade.” They cheered so loud the rafters shook, And crossed our names from the waiting book. [Verse V] Now here we stand with rings too bright, Fed half to death, wrapped warm and tight, They sing the song they’d practiced through About the day we finally knew. We bow to the crowd, a little bit red— They bow right back: “We told you,” they said. [Final Chorus] Oh everyone knew before we did, Before the promise, before the plan, Before we learned that love’s a thing That grows when it’s held by many hands. We thought our hearts were cleverly hid— But everyone knew before we did. ⸻ About This Channel This channel is for listeners who love fantasy worlds that feel lived in—where songs aren’t just performances, but part of everyday life. If you enjoy cozy fantasy, folk storytelling, and worldbuilding through music, you’re in the right place. Here you’ll find songs from across the Everfolds: hearth songs, tavern ballads, goblin mischief, fae warnings, and quiet moments shared by the fire. These tracks are made for fans of D&D and TTRPG settings, fantasy lore, bard-style music, and anyone who wants their fantasy to feel warm, human, and real. Whether you’re a writer, a roleplayer, a listener who loves narrative music, or someone who just wants a song that feels like home—these stories are for you. ⸻ Hashtags #fantasymusic #fantasyfolk #fantasylore #hearthfold #everfolds #folksong #storysong #cozyfantasy #worldbuildingmusic #ttrpgmusic #dndmusic