The River
Danielle Grubb Lyrics
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and i cant be around if you want to go back home get out of town
too cold for my taste ive been up too late
The lyrics of Danielle Grubb's song The River revolve around the theme of heartbreak and being unable to move on from a failed relationship. The singer repeats the line "and I can't let you go" as if she is trying to convince herself that she can't move on, but deep down she knows that everyone else can see that the other person doesn't want her. The pain that she is feeling is so intense that she can't bear to be around the other person anymore and she wants them to leave town so she can have some peace. She describes the situation as "too cold for my taste" which highlights the emotional distance between her and the other person. She also mentions that she's been up too late, which could indicate that she's been losing sleep over the failed relationship.
Overall, The River is a powerful song that captures the feeling of heartbreak and the struggle to let go of someone you love. The singer's pain is palpable throughout the song, and the repetition of the line "and I can't let you go" adds to the emotional impact. The use of imagery and metaphor (such as "too cold for my taste" and "get out of town") help to paint a picture of the singer's emotions, making the song relatable to anyone who has experienced heartbreak.
Line by Line Meaning
and i cant let you go i say everybody else knows that you dont want me
I find it difficult to release you, as it seems that everyone else but me knows that you have no interest in being with me.
and i cant be around if you want to go back home get out of town
I cannot be in your presence if you desire to return to your roots. You must leave this place behind.
too cold for my taste ive been up too late
The atmosphere around me is too chilly and unwelcoming. I have been awake for too long.
Contributed by Mackenzie I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@TheLeeBC
This guys voice is awesome. Wreckroom always has incredible talent. I don't know how it is possible.
@SebienthePoet
Great stuff! Beautiful voice, we just need to hear a bit more of that rocking bass!
@phildavis1723
Seriously tight and sounds awesome!!! Great charisma all around! I want to mention each player, you are each adding a lot to an awesome sound!!! Wreckroom too!!
@KarliZee
Love this sound! So unique! Can't wait to hear more!
@Mattbcc1
Very good. Girls got talent!
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High quality sound! Keep it up!
@pancho15125
Awesome! Keep making nice music.
@Glypticminority
Another killer track from WreckroomRecords - so much good music out of here. It's like what I wish the radio played.
@enriqueb82
Awesome!!!! Love it!
@mrmopper100
Really liked the song, on my playlist now.