The River
TEA PARTY Lyrics
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Without you my love, I want to return but then,
I see all my friends, they want me to join but then,
They all melt away, without you alone.
And the river's running through my veins.
Lately she don't seem the same.
And the blood keeps calling out my name.
I pass by the sins, left by a different man,
The tides brought them here, cast by a different hand.
And the wisps of the winds, blow with the Styx again.
Pushing me on, without you alone.
And the river's running through my veins.
Lately she don't seem the same.
And the blood keeps calling out my name.
And the river running down
And the river running down
And the river running down
And the river
My will must be strong, to rise with a different light.
My will must belong, I'm still pushing for different heights.
And the wisps of the winds blow with the Styx again.
The river runs red, and I'm left alone.
And the river's running through my veins.
Lately she don't seem the same.
And the blood keeps calling out my name.
And the river's running.
Help me baby
The song "The River" by Tea Party is a hauntingly beautiful track that explores the themes of loss, grief, and the struggle to move on from a past relationship. The lyrics suggest that the singer is sailing down the river Styx, which in Greek mythology symbolizes the journey to the afterlife. Despite being surrounded by friends who want him to join them, he feels alone without his loved one and is unable to let go of his feelings for them.
The river that runs through his veins is a metaphor for his emotions, which are running wild and uncontrollable. He feels as though he's trapped in a cycle of pain and loss, unable to escape his own thoughts and feelings. The sins left by a different man may signify his former partner's past relationships and how they have left their mark on her. The wisps of the winds blowing with the Styx again might represent the presence of death and the feeling of being lost in a dark and unforgiving world.
The chorus of the song is particularly poignant, with the singer acknowledging that the river must run its course, but that it feels different without his loved one there. The blood calling out his name might be a reference to the irresistible pull of his emotions, which he can't ignore. In the final verse, the singer asserts that he must rise and push on, even though he's alone. He's determined to grow and change, but the river still runs red with his pain and sadness.
Overall, "The River" is a powerful song that delves deep into the human experience of heartbreak and loss. Its haunting melody and poetic lyrics make it a timeless track that continues to resonate with listeners today.
Line by Line Meaning
Sailing down, down the Styx again,
I am experiencing a journey down the river Styx again
Without you my love, I want to return but then,
I long to return with my beloved, but without them, I cannot
I see all my friends, they want me to join but then,
My friends want me to join them, but my heart is not in it without my beloved
They all melt away, without you alone.
My friends disappear, leaving me alone without my beloved
And the river's running through my veins.
I feel the presence and influence of the Styx river within me
Lately she don't seem the same.
The river doesn't feel the same as before
And the blood keeps calling out my name.
The river's power calls to me, drawing me in
I pass by the sins, left by a different man,
I witness the remnants of another person's wrongdoings
The tides brought them here, cast by a different hand.
The sins were brought here by the changing tides of fate, beyond my control
And the wisps of the winds, blow with the Styx again.
The winds carry the spirit of the Styx river
Pushing me on, without you alone.
I am being propelled onward, without my beloved by my side
My will must be strong, to rise with a different light.
I must find the inner strength to rise and find a new path
My will must belong, I'm still pushing for different heights.
I must stay committed to my new goals, pushing myself to new heights
The river runs red, and I'm left alone.
The river flows with a foreboding red hue, leaving me isolated and alone
And the river's running.
The river continues to flow without end
Help me baby
A plea for assistance and comfort from a loved one
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DARREN MULLIGAN, PATRICK MARTIN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@wanderingstar9322
Born in '75, I grew up on my parents music which was mostly pop and rock from the 60's and 70's. At about 13 I started to gradually seek out my own music. Discovering The Tea Party came a few years later, they reminded me so much of my parents music while being cool and alternative in my generation. I was in awe of Jeff's musical ability. And I loved that I could share music with my Dad who later killed himself in 1996. So while most people remember their teen years fondly, they were extra special for me because they also take me back to when I still had my Dad to share my music with 🙂 ❤
@jewlchamp6844
Wow! What positivity during a heart felt time. Bless you and your father and may you be reunited when the time is right ❤️
@Shane-db5bc
God bless you
@brucetaylor8398
i was born in 75 too, i'm sorry about your big loss
@brucetaylor8398
my dad loved a lot of the music i played for him too, i the last 5 years of is life he lived with me, he was a guitar player that played lots of country music, but he seen and heard talent and gave it its credit we're credit is due, he passed away in october last year in 2020 at the age of 77. your story moved me brother
@tommyhoward7341
Amazing story may your dad Rest In Peace
@patterguitsit7124
2024! Still a rocker.
@davemader1707
Saw them in Halifax last Thursday probably for the 10th time. Absolutely stellar performance. Easily my favorite band. Psychopomp live is worth the ticket price alone!
@jimdomazetovski3335
I never forget watching the tea party at the St George sailing club in Sydney in 1998 when Jeff asked the whole crowd to sit on the floor for the show. It was like being at school
Also saw them in Sydney on there very first tour
What a band
@cindyshay7416
2023 here!!!