En forsande flod
Franska Trion Lyrics

The Swedish song "En forsande flod" by Franska Trion has lyrics that express a tumultuous love story. The first stanza sets the tone for the rest of the song as the singer describes the arrival of this person who has brought pain, rain, darkness, and heat. The person compares this to a rushing river, which is overwhelming and cannot be controlled. Here, the singer admits to becoming conceited and losing sight of everything else they once loved, and ultimately causing harm to the person they love. The second stanza describes the singer's remorse for their destructive behavior, as they cry by the person's shore, suggesting they have already left. The singer knows that their love was not evil, but the circumstances of their relationship were too difficult to overcome. The song's refrain suggests that love and fear are at odds and that fear has won in this case. However, despite everything, the singer remains grateful for the love they received from this person who was their destiny and their song. They admit that they would do it all again if they could, without any regrets.

The song was first released in 1974 by the Swedish folk group, Franska Trion, who were known for their harmonies and lyrics that explored themes of love and nature. "En forsande flod" was written by group member, Mikael Wiehe, who has described the song as one of his most personal and honest compositions. Over the years, the song has become a classic in Sweden, and it has been covered by other Swedish artists.