River Of Love
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Have a look around, see what we could see
I've got the paddle, I've got the boat
Come on baby I know she'll float
We'll go rollin' on the river of love
We'll go rollin' on the river of love
Might rock a little bit, so hold on tight
Let's get carried away with the gentle flow
Might get caught up in it's undertow
We'll go rollin' on the river of love
Let's go rollin' on the river of love
I got a little ukulele let me sing you a song
I got a stream of kisses 'bout ten miles long
Dancing on the water in the moonlight beach
Sparking down through the sea of dreams
We'll go rollin' on the river of love
Let's go rollin' on the river of love
Yeah we'll go rollin' on the river of love
Let's go rollin' on the river of love
River of love
River of love
River of love
Rollin' on the river of love
Let's go rollin' on the river of love
The song "River of Love" by Strait is about a romantic river trip with the singer's love interest. The opening lyrics invite the love interest to join the singer for a boat ride, promising to provide the paddle and a floating vessel. The singer emphasizes that the experience will be worth it, as they will explore new things and see what the river has to offer. The chorus emphasizes the theme of love and unites both characters as they roll along the river.
The next verse explains the plan to leave the city, city lights, and its noise behind. The singer highlights the possibility of the boat rocking and, thus, encourages the love interest to hold on tightly. They will "get carried away with the gentle flow" of the river and might "get caught up in its undertow," which symbolizes the different phases of love life. The chorus follows this verse.
The song's bridge describes the addition of a ukulele and shows the singer's affection towards his companion. The stream of kisses and the dancing on the water in the moonlight beach highlight the romantic aspect of the trip. The song concludes by summarizing the experience on the river with the return to the chorus, emphasizing how love makes both characters' journey worth it.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey baby won't you take a little ride with me
Asking the person he's singing to if they would like to join him on an adventure
Have a look around, see what we could see
Inviting the person to explore and discover new things with him
I've got the paddle, I've got the boat
Confidently stating that he is prepared and in control
Come on baby I know she'll float
Encouraging the person to trust him and take the risk
We'll go rollin' on the river of love
Expressing excitement for the journey they will embark on together
Drift away from all these city lights
Suggesting leaving distractions and noise behind to focus on each other
Might rock a little bit, so hold on tight
Acknowledging that there may be bumps in the road, but reassuring the person to not worry
Let's get carried away with the gentle flow
Proposing to let go of control and just allow things to happen naturally
Might get caught up in its undertow
Admitting that there may be unforeseen challenges, but continuing to express a positive attitude
I got a little ukulele let me sing you a song
Offering a personal and intimate experience
I got a stream of kisses 'bout ten miles long
Describing the depth and breadth of his affection
Dancing on the water in the moonlight beach
Painting a romantic picture of the experience they will share
Sparking down through the sea of dreams
Adding to the poetic imagery and sense of wonder
Yeah we'll go rollin' on the river of love
Reiterating his excitement for the journey they will go on together
River of love
Referring to the powerful and meaningful connection he feels with the person he is singing to
Rollin' on the river of love
Emphasizing the dynamic and ever-changing nature of love, and how they must continue to move forward together
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC
Written by: BILLY BURNETTE, SHAWN CAMP, DENNIS MORGAN
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