River
Three Green Trees Lyrics

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Don't have to do this all alone
When night falls the stars will shine
In the moment oh
In a minute or so-o-o
Help me now the gate ain't got me through
Which rules to brake so that all I have to do is hold on
To the morning sun
It's so hard to let stuff go

Just miles enough to let me know
There's no time to live a life that isn't mine
Girl come down to the river
We can dance alone together
Girl come down to the river
Girl come down to the river
We can dance alone together
Girl come down to the river

Girl come down to the river
We can dance alone together
Girl come down to the river

Girl come down to the river
We can dance alone together
Come down to the river
Oh yeah!

And we can see the stars
From where we are
Just the two of us
And we can see the stars
From where we are
Just the two of us

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Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Three Green Trees' song "River" seem to be about seeking help during a difficult time and finding solace and connection with someone else. The first few lines suggest that the singer is feeling overwhelmed and isolated, but they believe that they don't have to struggle alone. They trust that even in the darkest of times, there will still be something beautiful to hold onto, represented by the stars that will shine when night falls. The repetition of "in a minute or so" gives a sense of time passing and the possibility of things getting better.

The next few lines suggest that the singer may be facing some kind of obstacle or challenge that they need help to overcome. They need someone to guide them through the gates, to help them navigate the rules they need to follow, so that they can ultimately reach their goal. The idea of holding onto the morning sun represents hope, and the idea that every new day provides new opportunities to move forward.

The chorus speaks directly to a girl, inviting her to come down to the river and dance alone together. This could be interpreted as a romantic invitation, but it could also simply be a call for companionship and connection. The repetition of this line throughout the song emphasizes the singer's desire for human connection and the comfort that can be found in shared experiences.

Overall, the lyrics of "River" seem to be about the challenges of navigating difficult times and the importance of seeking help and companionship when things feel overwhelming. The references to the stars and the morning sun suggest that there is beauty and hope to be found even in the darkest moments.

Line by Line Meaning

Don't have to do this all alone
You don't need to face your problems alone or in isolation.

When night falls the stars will shine
Even in the darkest of times, there is always a glimmer of hope and light to guide you through.

In the moment oh
Embrace the present moment and don't worry about the past or future.

In a minute or so-o-o
Things can change quickly, so don't lose hope and keep moving forward.

Help me now the gate ain't got me through
Asking for help can be difficult, but it's necessary to overcome obstacles and challenges.

Which rules to brake so that all I have to do is hold on
Sometimes, breaking the rules or stepping outside of your comfort zone is necessary to achieve success or overcome a difficult situation.

To the morning sun
The morning sun represents a new beginning and a fresh start.

It's so hard to let stuff go
Holding onto past traumas or negative emotions can hinder personal growth and happiness.

Just miles enough to let me know
Distance can provide clarity and a new perspective on one's life and problems.

There's no time to live a life that isn't mine
Life is too short to live according to someone else's expectations or desires.

Girl come down to the river
Come join me in a place of peace and tranquility where we can escape our problems and dance together.

We can dance alone together
Even if we are dealing with our own individual struggles, we can still find comfort and solace in each other's company.

And we can see the stars From where we are Just the two of us
Despite any obstacles or challenges we may face, we can still find beauty and hope in the world, even if it's just the two of us.

Come down to the river Oh yeah!
Let's take a step towards healing and happiness by joining together at the river.

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