Down on the Riverbed
Whispers of Nature and Love: Down on the Riverbed Revelations
Lyrics
Down on the riverbed
Setting the scene: The narrator is down on the riverbed.
Down on the riverbed
Repetition emphasizing the location on the riverbed.
Down on the riverbed
Continued emphasis on the riverbed, suggesting a significant place or moment.
I asked my lover for her hand
The narrator asked their lover for her hand, possibly proposing or seeking commitment.
A red tailed hawk circled overhead
A red-tailed hawk circling overhead, a symbolic or natural element adding depth to the story.
A red tailed hawk circled overhead
Repetition of the hawk circling, reinforcing its significance.
A red tailed hawk circled overhead
Continued emphasis on the hawk, suggesting its importance in the moment.
The church on the hill is what she said
The lover refers to the church on the hill, indicating a spiritual or sacred aspect to their relationship.
A monster cloud like a big black hand
A monster cloud resembling a big black hand, introducing an ominous or threatening element.
A monster cloud like a big black hand
Repetition of the monster cloud, reinforcing its presence and impact.
A monster cloud like a big black hand
Continued emphasis on the monster cloud, possibly representing challenges or difficulties.
As she drew houses in the sand
The lover draws houses in the sand, a creative act amid challenges, possibly symbolizing resilience.
Then I heard a train whistle blow
The narrator hears a train whistle blow, signaling a metaphorical or literal departure or change.
Then I heard a train whistle blow
Repetition of the train whistle, underscoring the significance of the moment.
Then I heard a train whistle blow
Continued emphasis on the train whistle, reinforcing the idea of impending departure or change.
And I knew it was time to go
The narrator recognizes it's time to go, possibly indicating the need to move on or face a new chapter.
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