River
River

Patty Griffin - River Lyrics

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River Lyrics

Isn't she a river?
She doesn't need a diamond to shine
You can't really have her
But you can hold her for a time
Takes an army just to bend her, be careful where you send her
You can't hold her back for long
The river is just too strong
She's a river

Arms made out of silver
Moving in a crooked line
Carrying some dreamer
Off into the end of time
You don't need to save her
Or teach her to behave, just let her arms unwind
Ever-changing and undefined
She's a river

You can ride easy when she's slow
Run across her when she low
Follow wherever she goes
She's a river
Run for cover when she's mad
Drown in her tears when days are bad
Don't you ever forget it then
She's a river

Ooh, ooh, ooh
Ooh, ooh, ooh

Isn't she a river?
She doesn't need a diamond to shine
So people call you clever
But she's been a here a long, long time
And she's seen so many faces
And places down the line
She's been left for dead a million times
Keeps coming home, arms open wide
Ever-changing and undefined
She's a river
Ooh, ooh, ooh
She's a river
Ooh, ooh, ooh

She's a river

Writer(s): Patricia J Griffin
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What inspired Patty Griffin to write the song 'River'?

    Patty Griffin was inspired to write 'River' after listening to Donnie Hathaway's version of Leon Russell's 'A Song For You.' She wanted to create a song that had a similar emotional impact and aerial perspective on life moments.

  2. When was the song 'River' released?

    'River' was released in 2019 as a track from Patty Griffin's self-titled album 'Patty Griffin.' The album was officially announced on January 11, 2019, and the song was part of her first new music release since battling breast cancer.

  3. What album features the song 'River'?

    'River' is featured on Patty Griffin's self-titled album 'Patty Griffin,' which was released on March 8, 2019. This album marked her return to music after a period of battling breast cancer.

  4. What awards has Patty Griffin's music received?

    Patty Griffin has received numerous awards, including the Artist of the Year award from the Americana Music Association in 2007 and the Lifetime Achievement Award for Songwriting in 2023. Her album 'Downtown Church' won the Grammy Award for Best Traditional Gospel Album in 2011.

  5. What is Patty Griffin's musical style?

    Patty Griffin is known for her stripped-down songwriting style in the folk music genre. She combines emotionally rich lyrics with simple acoustic arrangements, often featuring guitar and piano.

  6. Has 'River' been featured in any movies or TV shows?

    While 'River' itself has not been featured in any movies or TV shows, Patty Griffin's other songs have appeared in various films and series, such as 'Niagara, Niagara,' 'Crossing Jordan,' 'NCIS,' and 'The Haunting of Hill House.'

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