River
Thunk A Cappella Lyrics
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Like a river, like a river,
Like a river, like a river,
Shut your mouth and run me like a river
How do we fall in love? Harder than a bullet could hit you
How do we fall apart? Faster than a hairpin trigger
Don't say, don't you say it
One breath, it'll just break it
So shut your mouth and run me like a river
Shut your mouth, baby, stand and deliver
Holy hands, oh, they make me a sinner
Like a river, like a river
Shut your mouth and run me like a river
Choke this love 'til the veins start to shiver
One last breath 'til the tears start to wither
Like a river, like a river
Shut your mouth and run me like a river
Tales of an endless heart, cursed is the fool who's willing
Can't change the way we are, one kiss away from killing
Don't you say, don't you say it
Don't say, don't you say it
One breath, it'll just break it
So shut your mouth and run me like a river
Shut your mouth, baby, stand and deliver
Holy hands, oh, they make me a sinner
Like a river, like a river
Shut your mouth and run me like a river
Choke this love 'til the veins start to shiver
One last breath 'til the tears start to wither
Like a river, like a river
Shut your mouth and run me like a river
Like a river, like a river,
Like a river, like a river,
Hey! Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh!
Hey! Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh!
Hey! Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh!
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh!
Like a river
Shut your mouth, baby, stand and deliver
Holy hands, oh, they make me a sinner
Like a river, like a river
Shut your mouth and run me like a river
Choke this love 'til the veins start to shiver
One last breath 'til the tears start to wither
Like a river, like a river
Shut your mouth and run me like a river
The lyrics of "River" by Thunk A Cappella are emotive and expressive, with a sense of desperation and intensity. The repeated phrase "like a river" is used metaphorically to describe the emotions between two people, with the suggestion that their love is intense, fluid and can be destructive.
The lines "How do we fall in love? Harder than a bullet could hit you / How do we fall apart? Faster than a hairpin trigger" describe the volatile nature of love and how easily things can change from passion to heartbreak. The persona of the song warns their lover not to say anything that might break the tenuous connection they share, asking them to "shut your mouth" and keep running with them like a river.
The bridge "Tales of an endless heart, cursed is the fool who's willing / Can't change the way we are, one kiss away from killing" further emphasizes the danger of their relationship, with the notion that they can't control their emotions and are always teetering on the edge of destruction. Ultimately, the song culminates in the persona asking their lover to hold onto them tightly and continue to ride out the tumultuous emotions.
Line by Line Meaning
Like a river, like a river,
Love is a powerful force that can be compared to a river. It is ever-moving and unrelenting.
Like a river, like a river,
Love takes different forms and can be described using different metaphors. A river is one such metaphor for love.
Like a river, like a river,
Love can be tumultuous, with highs and lows that are like the waves of a river.
Shut your mouth and run me like a river
In love, sometimes it's best to just let go and let the emotions take over. It's like giving yourself over to the current of a river.
How do we fall in love? Harder than a bullet could hit you
Falling in love is intense and can feel like being hit by a bullet. It happens fast and sudden, and can be overwhelming.
How do we fall apart? Faster than a hairpin trigger
Love can fall apart just as quickly as it comes together. It only takes a small trigger for it all to come crashing down.
Don't you say, don't you say it
Sometimes it's better to keep quiet and let the emotions speak for themselves. Words can hurt and cause breakages within a relationship.
Don't say, don't you say it
What isn't said can often hold just as much meaning as what is said. Words can be powerful and should be chosen with care.
One breath, it'll just break it
Relationships can be fragile and easily broken. Even a single moment of carelessness can have devastating consequences on a relationship.
So shut your mouth and run me like a river
Instead of talking, sometimes it's best to just lean into the passion of a relationship and see where it takes you, like giving yourself over to the current of a river.
Choke this love 'til the veins start to shiver
Love can be all-consuming and overwhelming, to the point that it becomes painful. It can be like choking on a powerful emotion.
One last breath 'til the tears start to wither
Sometimes love can be so intense that it leaves us breathless and in tears, but it only takes a moment to recover and start again.
Tales of an endless heart, cursed is the fool who's willing
Love can feel like a never-ending story, one that comes with its own set of challenges and difficulties. Only a fool would willingly jump into such a story, knowing what is to come.
Can't change the way we are, one kiss away from killing
Love can be volatile and unpredictable. Even a small moment, like a kiss, can have consequences and take the relationship in a dangerous direction.
Hey! Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh!
This line is a vocalization of the passion and intensity of the emotions being described in the song. It is an expression of raw feeling.
Shut your mouth, baby, stand and deliver
When it comes to love, sometimes it's best to take a stand and be confident in your emotions. You need to own what you're feeling and not hold back.
Holy hands, oh, they make me a sinner
Love can be a spiritual experience, but it can also be something that pulls us away from the path of righteousness. It can be a passionate and sin-filled experience.
Choke this love 'til the veins start to shiver
Love can be all-consuming and overwhelming, to the point that it becomes painful. It can be like choking on a powerful emotion.
One last breath 'til the tears start to wither
Sometimes love can be so intense that it leaves us breathless and in tears, but it only takes a moment to recover and start again.
Like a river, like a river
Love can be tumultuous, with highs and lows that are like the waves of a river.
Shut your mouth and run me like a river
In love, sometimes it's best to just let go and let the emotions take over. It's like giving yourself over to the current of a river.
Writer(s): Mark A. Jackson, Ian Brendon Scott, Sarah Grace Mclaughlin
Contributed by Henry N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Tainara Santos
Like a river, like a river, sh-
Like a river, like a river, sh-
Like a river, like a river
Shut your mouth and run me like a river
How do we fall in love
Harder than a bullet could hit you?
How do we fall apart
Faster than a hairpin trigger?
Don't you say, don't you say it
Don't say, don't you say it
One breath, it'll just break it
So shut your mouth and run me like a river
Remover anúncios
Shut your mouth, baby, stand and deliver
Holy hands, will they make me a sinner?
Like a river, like a river
Shut your mouth and run me like a river
Choke this love 'til the veins start to shiver
One last breath 'til the tears start to wither
Like a river, like a river
Shut your mouth and run me like a river
Tales of an endless heart
Cursed is the fool who's willing
Can't change the way we are
One kiss away from killing
Don't you say, don't you say it
Don't say, don't you say it
One breath, it'll just break it
So shut your mouth and run me like a river
Shut your mouth, baby, stand and deliver
Holy hands, will they make me a sinner?
Like a river, like a river
Shut your mouth and run me like a river
Choke this love 'til the veins start to shiver
One last breath 'til the tears start to wither
Like a river, like a river
Shut your mouth and run me like a river
Like a river, like a river, sh-
Like a river, like a river, sh-
Like a river, like a river
Shut your mouth and run me like a river
Hey! Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Hey! Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh (like a river)
Hey! Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh (like a river)
Like a river
Shut your mouth, baby, stand and deliver
Holy hands, will they make me a sinner?
Like a river, like a river
Shut your mouth and run me like a river
Choke this love 'til the veins start to shiver
One last breath 'til the tears start to wither
Like a river, like a river
Shut your mouth and run me like a river
Welckley Breno
Like a river, like a river, sh-
Like a river, like a river, sh-
Like a river, like a river
Shut your mouth and run me like a river
How do you fall in love?
Harder than a bullet could hit you
How do we fall apart?
Faster than a hairpin trigger
Don't you say, don't you say it
Don't say, don't you say it
One breath, it'll just break it
So shut your mouth and run me like a river
Shut your mouth, baby, stand and deliver
Holy hands, will they make me a sinner?
Like a river, like a river
Shut your mouth and run me like a river
Choke this love 'til the veins start to shiver
One last breath 'til the tears start to wither
Like a river, like a river
Shut your mouth and run me like a river
Tales of an endless heart
Cursed is the fool who's willing
Can't change the way we are
One kiss away from killing
Don't you say, don't you say it
Don't say, don't you say it
One breath, it'll just break it
So shut your mouth and run me like a river
Shut your mouth, baby, stand and deliver
Holy hands, will they make me a sinner?
Like a river, like a river
Shut your mouth and run me like a river
Choke this love 'til the veins start to shiver
One last breath 'til the tears start to wither
Like a river, like a river
Shut your mouth and run me like a river
Like a river, like a river, sh-
Like a river, like a river, sh-
Like a river, like a river
Shut your mouth and run me like a river
Hey! Oh, oh-oh-oh, oh!
Hey! Oh, oh-oh-oh, oh! (like a river)
Hey! Oh, oh-oh-oh, oh, oh!
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh! (like a river)
Like a river
Shut your mouth, baby, stand and deliver (like a river, like a river)
Holy hands, will they make me a sinner? (like a river, like a river)
Like a river, like a river
Shut your mouth and run me like a river
Choke this love 'til the veins start to shiver (like a river, like a river)
One last breath 'til the tears start to wither (like a river, like a river)
Like a river, like a river
Shut your mouth and run me like a river
THUNK a cappella
Hey y’all! This is Alexa, the soloist from River. If you like what you hear, follow me on Instagram! @alexamoster
Perling
I noticed your River Cover by yourself on Instagram. I believe many people would be happy to hear you cover it here on youtube without your choir (which was amazing!), but it sets a different atmosphere if you sing it by yourself. Cheers :)
Dmitryi Overin
Даёшь сиски, медведей, водку и шапку ушанку!!!
MrLooneyCooney
This was an epic cover , loved it! <3
TayTay
Jageronimo25 hello same lol hihi
Bishop Briggs
I LOVE YOU GUYS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Rain
Bishop Briggs omggg
Aspen Colorado
AAAHH
Allie França
I love u 💕🥺
ExoticButters
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