Down By The River
Morgan Heritage Lyrics
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Waiting for the good Lord to pass my way
(Oh yeah) I'll be down by the river
Singing songs of joy on this lovely day
(Oh yeah)
Three singing birds told me
By sunrise he's always there in the morning
praying And blessing the day
I heard about this little tale long time ago
But never had the faith to believe in my soul (yeah)
Now mother sent to me three little birds
Singing a son convincing me it was so
Now I'm on my way
Anyone come to see me this day
Tell them I'll be gone for the day
(Oh yeah) I'll be down by the river
Waiting for the good Lord to pass my way
(Oh yeah) I'll be down by the river
Singing songs of joy on this lovely day
(Oh yeah)
I heard about this little tale long time ago
But never had the faith to believe in my soul (yeah)
Now mother sent to me three little birds
Singing a son convincing me it was so
Now I'm on my way
Anyone come to see me this day
Tell them I'll be gone for the day
(Oh yeah) I'll be down by the river
Waiting for the good Lord to pass my way
(Oh yeah) I'll be down by the river
Singing songs of joy on this lovely day
(Oh yeah)
The Morgan Heritage song, "Down By The River," is a celebration of faith and the power of belief. The lyrics tell the story of the singer's journey from doubt to certainty, inspired by the testimony of three singing birds. The song begins with the singer expressing his intention to wait by the river for the good Lord to pass his way. He plans to spend the day singing songs of joy and blessing the day.
The second verse reveals the source of the singer's newfound faith. Three singing birds have shared with him a little tale about the good Lord always being present by the river at sunrise, praying and blessing the day. The singer admits that he had never had the faith to believe in his soul until the birds convinced him that it was true. Now he is on his way to the river, firm in his conviction that the good Lord will be there.
The chorus reinforces the singer's belief, expressing his joy and anticipation for the day ahead. The repetition of the "Oh yeah" emphasizes the singer's confidence and sense of celebration. The song ends with the singer asking anyone who comes to see him that day to tell them he'll be gone for the day, once again reaffirming his faith and commitment to spending the day by the river.
Overall, Morgan Heritage's "Down By The River" is a powerful testament to the transformative power of faith, and the importance of believing in something greater than oneself.
Line by Line Meaning
(Oh yeah) I'll be down by the river
I will be at the riverside
Waiting for the good Lord to pass my way
Waiting for the presence of God
(Oh yeah) I'll be down by the river
I will be at the riverside
Singing songs of joy on this lovely day
Celebrating life through music
(Oh yeah)
Expressing enthusiasm
Three singing birds told me
Having revelations through nature
By sunrise he's always there in the morning
God's presence is always felt at the start of the day
praying And blessing the day
Offering prayers for guidance and positivity
I heard about this little tale long time ago
Being aware of the story for a while
But never had the faith to believe in my soul (yeah)
Lacking faith in the idea despite knowing it for a long time
Now mother sent to me three little birds
Having a sign from a loved one
Singing a son convincing me it was so
Being persuaded to believe by the music of the birds
Now I'm on my way
Being motivated to act on newfound faith
Anyone come to see me this day
Informing others about one's plan for the day
Tell them I'll be gone for the day
Not being available for the day
(Oh yeah) I'll be down by the river
I will be at the riverside
Waiting for the good Lord to pass my way
Waiting for the presence of God
(Oh yeah) I'll be down by the river
I will be at the riverside
Singing songs of joy on this lovely day
Celebrating life through music
(Oh yeah)
Expressing enthusiasm
Lyrics Β© Royalty Network, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: KEBLE DRUMMOND, MORGAN HERITAGE
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Down by the river Lyrics:
(Oh yeah) I'll be down by the river
Waiting for the good Lord to pass my way
(Oh yeah) I'll be down by the river
Singing songs of joy on this lovely day
(Oh yeah, yeah)
Three singing birds told me
By sunrise He's always there in the morning
Praying and blessing the day
I heard about this little tale long time ago
But never had the faith to believe in my soul (yeah)
Now mother nature sent to me three little birds
Singing a song convincing me it was so
Now I'm on my way
Anyone come to see me this day
Tell them I'll be gone for the day
I'll be down by the river
Waiting for the good Lord to pass my way
(Oh yeah) I'll be down by the river
Singing songs of joy on this lovely day
(Oh yeah)
I heard about this little tale long time ago
But never had the faith to believe in my soul (yeah)
Now mother nature sent to me three little birds
Singing a song, singing with soul
Now I'm on my way
Anyone come to see me this day
Tell them I'll be gone for the day
I'll be down by the river
Waiting for the good Lord to pass my way
(Oh yeah) I'll be down by the river
Singing songs of joy on this lovely day
On this lovely day (I'll be down by the river)
Singing songs of joy
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@jaymusik1235
Who is still listening in 2025π
@sherhowell9565
β€β€yep definitely me my mums favourite rip to my mum
Remembering famliy partys with her
@daniellechurcher4404
Same β€
@tommcconnell69
It ain't 2025 yet, it's 07/12/23
@PhillipCampbell-nv9tl
I think he in the future
@ravielroberts5608
Yess itβs 2025 π
@michaelp.morgan7348
R.I.P PEETAH, you and the Heritage have helped to maintain the standard and keep the authenticity of reggae. I know the good Lord passed your way, so no more waiting down by the river, you're now home. Bless
@frederickokae645
Apt! RIP Legend!
@edwardmanda1201
For real no more waiting
@BrummyKRO
Waiting on the other side ππ»πβοΈ