Crossroads
3.Cream Lyrics

I went down to the crossroads, fell down on my knees
I went to a place where two roads intersect and fell to my knees, humbling myself before a higher power.

Down to the crossroads fell down on my knees
Once I arrived at the crossroads, I immediately fell to my knees in reverent anticipation for divine intervention.

Asked the lord above for mercy, "take me, if you please"
I implored the lord above to show mercy and forgive me of my sins, accepting me if it pleases him.

I went down to the crossroads tried to flag a ride
I attempted to hitchhike at the crossroads, hoping to find a means of transportation to my destination.

Down to the crossroads tried to flag a ride
I stood at the crossroads signaling for a ride, but nobody acknowledged my presence or came to my assistance.

Nobody seemed to know me, everybody passed me by
Despite my best efforts, no one recognized me or offered to help me, leaving me feeling lost and hopeless.

Well, I'm going down to Rosedale, take my rider by my side
I have resolved to travel to Rosedale with my companion, whom I hope will provide me with comfort and solace.

Going down to Rosedale, take my rider by my side
I plan to journey to Rosedale accompanied by my trusted partner, who will help me navigate the challenges I may face.

We can still barrelhouse, baby, on the riverside
Despite our struggles, my companion and I can still find joy and revelry in music and dancing by the riverside.

Going down to Rosedale, take my rider by my side
My companion and I will venture to Rosedale together, drawing strength and support from each other along the way.

Going down to Rosedale, take my rider by my side
Once again, I express my intent to travel to Rosedale with my trusted companion and ally by my side, determined to overcome my challenges.

You can run, you can run tell my friend boy Willie Brown
I send a message to my friend Willie Brown, telling him that he can run if he needs to, but also that I am in a difficult situation and may need his help.

Run, you can run tell my friend boy Willie Brown
I advise Willie Brown to flee if he is at risk, but also to be aware of my own struggles and potentially come to my aid.

And I'm standing at the crossroads believe I'm sinking down
Despite my efforts and my belief in a higher power, I feel as if I am at a crossroads of despair and anxiety, unsure of how to progress.

Thank you, Eric Clapton lead, uh vocal
This final line serves as an acknowledgement of the artist and performer Eric Clapton, who played a lead guitar solo as well as providing vocal harmonies on the recording.