River
Sande Emeli Lyrics


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If you're looking for the big adventure,
And gold is all that's on your mind,
If all you want's someone to take your picture,
Then I won't waste your time

See maybe I'm too quiet for ya,
You probably never noticed me,
But if you're too big to follow rivers,
How you ever gonna find the seas

So follow me, I'll be your river river,
I'll do the running for ya, follow me,
I'll be your river river, I'll move the mountains for ya,
Follow me, I'll be your river river,
I'm here to keep you floating, follow me,
I'll be your river river, river river, yeah

If all you want are answers to your questions,
And you can't seem to find no love for free,
If you're looking for the right direction,
Then darling look for me

See, I can't make the load much lighter,
I just need you to confide in me,
But if you're too proud to follow rivers,
How you ever gonna find the sea

So follow me, I'll be your river river
I'll do the running for ya, follow me,
I'll be your river river, I'll move the mountains for ya,
Follow me, I'll be your river river,
I'm here to keep you floating, follow me,
I'll be your river river, river river yeah

Wherever you're standing I will be by your side,
Through the good through the bad, I'll never be hard to find
I said wherever you're standing I will be by your side
Through the good through the bad, I'll never be hard to find

So follow me, I'll be your river river
I'll do the running for ya, follow me,
I'll be your river river, I'll move the mountains for ya,
Follow me, I'll be your river river,
I'm here to keep you floating, follow me,
I'll be your river river, river river yeah





Wherever you're standing I will be by your side
Through the good through the bad, I'll never be hard to find

Overall Meaning

The song "River" by Emeli Sande is an inspirational ballad that speaks about finding direction and guidance in life. The song encourages listeners to follow someone who can be their "river" and help them find their way. If someone is searching for adventure or riches, they won't find what they're looking for in the singer. However, if they're looking for love or direction, they can follow the singer because she will always be by their side.


The lyrics also suggest that the singer is someone who may not be noticed or heard initially. She is a quiet person who is not out front vying for attention, and may not be visible to others. However, she offers her support to those who need it and guides them on their journey.


The chorus of the song offers encouragement and support to those who follow the singer. She offers to do the hard work and help move mountains for them. She is there to keep them afloat and help them stay on course.


Overall, the song speaks to the power of individuals who offer support and guidance to those around them. In this world where it's easy to get lost, finding someone who can offer direction and be our "river" can make all the difference.


Line by Line Meaning

If you're looking for the big adventure,
If you're seeking a thrilling experience,


And gold is all that's on your mind,
If you're solely interested in wealth and riches,


If all you want's someone to take your picture,
If you're only looking for someone to capture your image,


Then I won't waste your time
I won't disappoint you by wasting your time.


See maybe I'm too quiet for ya,
Perhaps, I am too reserved for your liking,


You probably never noticed me,
You might not have paid attention to me before,


But if you're too big to follow rivers,
However, if you're too arrogant to take small steps,


How you ever gonna find the seas
You'll never discover great things if you don't start small.


So follow me, I'll be your river river,
Therefore, let me guide you as your river,


I'll do the running for ya, follow me,
I'll take the lead and do the hard work for you.


I'll be your river river, I'll move the mountains for ya,
I'll support you through any obstacle or challenge.


I'm here to keep you floating, follow me,
I will help you stay afloat and stay on course.


I'll be your river river, river river, yeah
I'll be your dependable guide through thick and thin.


If all you want are answers to your questions,
If you're seeking clarity to your inquiries,


And you can't seem to find no love for free,
And you realize genuine love cannot be bought,


If you're looking for the right direction,
If you're searching for the correct path to take,


Then darling look for me
Then my dear, seek my guidance,


See, I can't make the load much lighter,
Understand that I cannot bear your burden completely,


I just need you to confide in me,
But I need you to trust me and share your struggles with me,


But if you're too proud to follow rivers,
However, if you're too full of pride to take guidance,


How you ever gonna find the sea
You will never reach great heights if you can't accept help.


Wherever you're standing I will be by your side,
No matter where you are in life, I'll be there for you,


Through the good through the bad, I'll never be hard to find
I'll always be here to support you, during the bad and the good times.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: EMELI SANDE, SHAHID KHAN

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@laylay1387

If you're looking for the big adventure, 
And gold is all that's on your mind, 
If all you want's someone to take your picture, 
Then I won't waste your time

See maybe I'm too quiet for ya, 
You probably never noticed me, 
But if you're too big to follow rivers, 
How you ever gonna find the seas

So follow me, I'll be your river river, 
I'll do the running for ya, follow me, 
I'll be your river river, I'll move the mountains for ya, 
Follow me, I'll be your river river, 
I'm here to keep you floating, follow me, 
I'll be your river river, river river, yeah

If all you want are answers to your questions, 
And you can't seem to find no love for free, 
If you're looking for the right direction, 
Then darling look for me

See, I can't make the load much lighter, 
I just need you to confide in me, 
But if you're too proud to follow rivers, 
How you ever gonna find the sea

So follow me, I'll be your river river
I'll do the running for ya, follow me, 
I'll be your river river, I'll move the mountains for ya, 
Follow me, I'll be your river river, 
I'm here to keep you floating, follow me, 
I'll be your river river, river river yeah

Wherever you're standing I will be by your side, 
Through the good through the bad, I'll never be hard to find
I said wherever you're standing I will be by your side 
Through the good through the bad, I'll never be hard to find

So follow me, I'll be your river river
I'll do the running for ya, follow me, 
I'll be your river river, I'll move the mountains for ya,
Follow me, I'll be your river river, 
I'm here to keep you floating, follow me, 
I'll be your river river, river river yeah

Wherever you're standing I will be by your side 
Through the good through the bad, I'll never be hard to find



All comments from YouTube:

@ChesRokas

"I Am the Way, the Truth, and the Life"

He still loves you, He still forgives you and you are still His.
Jesus is your River

@Sincerely_Key

Amen.

@Cherokeeutube2

I was in a bad place, when I first heard this song. In the gym with my headphones on it was very intimate. Jesus was speaking to me through this song. I cried, this song is blessed.

@davidbutler323

amen sister

@nompumahlangu83

Wow that's something good on you girl!!

@Ashley_Banks11

interesting you said that. I sometimes think her songs are written as if she is singing about God. Even her other song "next to me" She is a great lyricist.

@marshahenry6928

I woke up to this whilst sleeping on the sofa . A few hours after I had a phone call then had to get to the hospice and watched my sister pass. This song reminds me of that day

@grzasko4183

i love how her songs are clean and they actually have a point.

@blahzemerald

Emily Grzasko uh

@justrio6445

Emily Grzasko yeah she an amazing artist who don't just do it for money

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