The 14 track CD, entitled the Road to Escondido, was produced and recorded by the duo in August 2005 in California. The resulting music defies being labeled into any one category, but instead finds influence across the spectrum of blues, rock, country and folk. A hybrid sound that is unique musically, while still bearing the signature styles of Cale and Clapton recognized by fans around the world. The songs are warm and rich, with deep flowing rhythms, yet use an economy of words to express much.
Ride The River
J.J. Cale & Eric Clapton Lyrics
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All my worries far behind
Floatin' down that old river, boy
Leave old memories way behind
Yesterday is slowly fadin'
All my life I've been waitin'
For this time
Floatin' down that old river, boy
Leaves me feelin' good inside
Floatin' down that old river, boy
Tryin' to get to the other side
Yesterday is slowly fadin'
I've been waitin' now forever
For this ride
Ride the river in this boat, ride the river
Ride the river in this boat, ride the river
Ride the river in this boat, ride the river
Ride the river in this boat, ride the river
Floatin' down that old river, boy
All my worries far behind
Floatin' down that old river, boy
Leave old memories way behind
Yesterday is slowly fadin'
I've been waitin' now forever
For this ride
Ride the river in this boat, ride the river
Ride the river in this boat, ride the river
Ride the river in this boat, ride the river
Ride the river in this boat, ride the river
Ride the river in this boat, ride the river
Ride the river in this boat, ride the river
Ride the river in this boat, ride the river
Ride the river in this boat, ride the river
The lyrics of J.J. Cale and Eric Clapton's song "Ride the River" describe a peaceful and therapeutic experience of floating down a river, leaving behind past worries and memories. The repetition of the phrase "floatin' down that old river, boy" emphasizes the singer's enjoyment and relief in the moment. The line "all my worries far behind" reveals a desire to escape from everyday anxieties and find peace in nature. The singer feels good inside, as the ride down the river allows him to let go of the past and embrace the present. The song encourages listeners to let go of their troubles and simply enjoy the ride.
The lyrics also highlight the singer's long-awaited anticipation to experience this peaceful moment. The lines "all my life I've been waitin'" and "I've been waitin' now forever" underscore the importance of this experience to the singer. This emphasizes the significance of taking time for oneself to find peace.
Overall, "Ride the River" is a soothing song that encourages listeners to find peace and clarity by immersing themselves in nature. The lyrics paint a vivid image of floating down a river, allowing one's worries to fade away and the present moment to take center stage.
Line by Line Meaning
Floatin' down that old river, boy
Enjoying a leisurely ride down the familiar river
All my worries far behind
Feeling carefree and relaxed without any concerns
Leave old memories way behind
Letting go of past experiences and thoughts
Yesterday is slowly fadin'
The past is gradually fading away
All my life I've been waitin'
I have been eagerly anticipating this experience my whole life
For this time
For this particular moment in my life
Leaves me feelin' good inside
Causes a positive emotional response within me
Tryin' to get to the other side
Attempting to reach a desired destination across the river
I've been waitin' now forever
I've been waiting for this moment for an extremely long time
Ride the river in this boat, ride the river
Sail down the river on this boat and enjoy the experience
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: J.J. CALE
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