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“A Red, Red Rose” is one of his famous songs that Robert Burns wrote in the “ballad meter”. In this song, he expressed his deep love towards his loverJean Armour. Beginning with a quatrain containing two similes, the poet shows the beauty of his lover with happy, proud tone. He compares his lover to a red rose that newly spring in June and thinks she has graceful voice which is like a wonderful blend of sweet music. Here, “a red, red rose”, a lively imagery, signifies his lover’s full of youthful energy and vitality. “Sweet melody” further emphasizestheharmony, perfect of her body and even her character. The second and third stanza, with a cracking pace, expressthe poet’s blazing love.“Till the seas gang dry and the rocks melt the sun”. Used to liken faithful love, this sentence is too wonderful for words. It’s easy to find that poetic imagery has immediately changed, no longer a red rose or a moving piece, but a newer, wider and deeper mood. It has become extensive ocean, solid rock and scorching sun. Although some words are repeated, it doesn’t look lengthy at all, but looks more sincere, showing deep love. In addition, the poet use the rhetorical device of incremental repetition to emphasis and musicality and it also help to subtend the poet’s unforgettable love.The final stanza shows his farewell to his lover again and a promise of return. “I will come again though it was ten thousand mile”. Exaggerated words convey the poet’s infinitely affectionate feelings.Regardless of imagery, structure, or words, they all appear to be natural and elegant. The folk verse also doubles its sense of music. Profuse love runs through the whole poem. The entire universe can change and be destroyed, but only love can last forever.