Bounce With Me
The River Lyrics


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I lived a lifetime driving down the coast
And I left the old town buried in the snow
And I broke up with that girl because she called too much
She never lived her lifetime on her own
And the sun danced on the Pennsylvania hills
So I stopped to take a picture with time to kill
And the film all got returned saying you're too beautiful
And these secrets are ones we cannot spill
Dance with me you're starting to look so pretty won't you
Answer me
I think I've got a shot to start a family
With you
And the truckers at the truck stops understand
For they too had sought their fortunes as young men
But life became too hard and they got beaten down
And they've never slept with beauty in the sand
And I hope you know what you're gonna get with me
You'll be sitting home while I tear up the sea
But I'll always heard that calling, oh so beautiful
My little girl inside the ocean breeze
Dance with me you're starting to look so pretty won't you
Answer me
I think I've got a shot to start a family
With you
You be my Bonnie babe, I'll be your Clyde
The sun sneaks in the places our love hides
And I swear I won't forget to say you're beautiful
If you swear you'll love me when I'm not on time
Dance with me you're starting to look so pretty won't you
Answer me




I think I've got a shot to start a family
With you

Overall Meaning

"Bounce With Me" by The River tells the story of a person who has spent their life traveling, leaving their old town behind and searching for new experiences. They mention breaking up with someone because they were too clingy and never lived their life independently. The singer then describes a moment when the sun shines on the Pennsylvania hills, inspiring them to capture the beauty in a photograph. However, when the film is developed, the image reveals that the subject is "too beautiful" and their secrets cannot be revealed.


The song continues with a reference to truckers at truck stops who also pursued their dreams when they were young. However, life's difficulties wore them down, and they never experienced true beauty and love. Despite the challenges, the singer expresses the hope that their partner understands what they are getting intoโ€”a life of constant travel and adventure.


The song concludes with a reference to the infamous criminal duo Bonnie and Clyde, suggesting a desire for a deep and passionate love. The singer promises not to forget to acknowledge their partner's beauty, and in return, they ask for love even when they are not around.


Overall, "Bounce With Me" reflects on the longing for adventure, the fear of missed opportunities, and the search for love and understanding amidst a nomadic lifestyle.


Line by Line Meaning

I lived a lifetime driving down the coast
I have experienced a long journey along the coastline, symbolizing my life's experiences and adventures.


And I left the old town buried in the snow
I left behind my past and moved on from a town that was filled with cold and difficult memories.


And I broke up with that girl because she called too much
I ended my relationship with a girl because she was overly dependent on constant communication, not allowing herself to grow independently.


She never lived her lifetime on her own
She never fully experienced her own journey and relied on others instead of finding her own independence.


And the sun danced on the Pennsylvania hills
The sunlight painted a beautiful scene on the hills of Pennsylvania, creating a moment of tranquility and appreciation.


So I stopped to take a picture with time to kill
I paused in my journey to capture a photo, enjoying the relaxation and leisure that time allowed me.


And the film all got returned, saying you're too beautiful
When I developed the film, it revealed that the captured moment was too beautiful to be expressed solely through a photograph.


And these secrets are ones we cannot spill
The secrets and emotions associated with that moment are too deep and personal to be shared openly.


Dance with me you're starting to look so pretty won't you
Engage with me in a joyful and intimate dance, as you are radiating a captivating beauty.


Answer me
Respond to my invitation and show your interest in connecting with me.


I think I've got a shot to start a family
I believe I have the opportunity to build a loving and committed family relationship with you.


With you
You are the person I am addressing and expressing my desire to build a family with.


And the truckers at the truck stops understand
The truck drivers who frequent the rest stops on their journeys can empathize with the challenges and aspirations of a young man, seeking fortune and purpose.


For they too had sought their fortunes as young men
Just like me, these truckers have also pursued their dreams and opportunities during their youth.


But life became too hard and they got beaten down
However, the difficulties of life eventually took a toll on them, causing them to face setbacks and hardships.


And they've never slept with beauty in the sand
These truckers have not experienced the tranquility and romantic beauty of resting on a sandy beach.


And I hope you know what you're gonna get with me
I want you to be fully aware of the person I am and what to expect when entering a relationship with me.


You'll be sitting home while I tear up the sea
While I embark on exciting adventures and explorations at sea, you may find yourself spending more time at home.


But I'll always heard that calling, oh so beautiful
However, I will always be drawn to the irresistible and enchanting call of the ocean, which holds a special place in my heart.


My little girl inside the ocean breeze
In the midst of the refreshing ocean breeze, I feel like a child again, captivated by the wonders of the sea.


You be my Bonnie babe, I'll be your Clyde
Let's become partners, just like the infamous duo Bonnie and Clyde, supporting and standing by each other in life's adventures.


The sun sneaks in the places our love hides
The warmth and brightness of the sun symbolize the love that finds its way into the hidden corners of our hearts.


And I swear I won't forget to say you're beautiful
I promise that I will always remember to express and acknowledge your beauty and worth.


If you swear you'll love me when I'm not on time
If you promise to continue loving and supporting me, even when I am not able to always be punctual or on time.




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