Aubade
/əʊˈbɑːd/
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Pro Tip 1/3Poetic Tradition
An aubade is traditionally a part of poetic literature, often reflecting romance or nature. 
Her poetry collection ends with a beautiful aubade to the awakening earth.
Pro Tip 2/3Historical Roots
Originating in medieval France, aubades have historical significance in European literature. 
The medieval aubades often involved knights singing of their love under the window of their beloved.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Tone
An aubade typically conveys contrasting emotions of hope with the new day and sadness from parting. 
As they said their farewells, the aubade's bittersweet lyrics echoed their feelings.