Lyrics
There are voices in the mirror, faces at the door
Reflection on inner thoughts and external influences represented by voices and faces.
That open on the rivers we've never seen before
The unknown possibilities and experiences represented by unexplored rivers.
Are there choices for the sparrow, or does he only fly
Contemplation on whether choices exist for everyone, even the seemingly insignificant like a sparrow.
High above the rivers that are pulling you and I
Flying above life's challenges symbolized by rivers that affect both the speaker and the listener.
Oh, there are strange rivers, rivers that we cannot see
Introduction to the theme of mysterious, unseen rivers that play a significant role in life.
There are strange rivers who know our destiny
Recognition of the existence of inexplicable forces shaping destinies.
There are strange rivers who brought your love to me
Acknowledgment of strange rivers facilitating the connection and introduction of love.
He could have been a builder, he could have been the one
Potential alternative paths in life, represented by the image of a builder and dreams of steel cathedrals.
Who turned his dreams to steel cathedrals in the sun
Highlighting the creative potential that could have been realized.
He could have been a builder, until he bought the gun
Shift in tone, suggesting a darker turn in life with the mention of a gun.
There are forces in that river that keep him on the run
Forces in life's river pushing someone to escape or remain on the run.
Oh, there are strange rivers, rivers that we cannot see
Reiteration of the theme of mysterious and unseen rivers impacting life's journey.
There are strange rivers who know our destiny
Reaffirmation of the influence of strange rivers on destiny.
There are strange rivers who brought your love to me
Recognition of the role of mysterious rivers in bringing love into one's life.
Have you ever turned the corner and wondered why you did?
Reflection on the unpredictability of turning points and decisions in life.
You haven't been that way since you were just a kid
Nostalgic reflection on childhood choices and paths not taken since then.
Nothing really happens and then you have to say
Expression of the mundane nature of some life events, leading to contemplation.
You wonder what would happen had you gone the other way
The curiosity about the alternate outcomes had different choices been made.
Oh, there are strange rivers, rivers that we cannot see
Reiteration of the mysterious and unseen nature of rivers affecting life.
There are strange rivers who know our destiny
Reaffirmation of the impact of strange rivers on destiny.
There are strange rivers who brought your love to me
Acknowledgment of the role of enigmatic rivers in bringing love into one's life.
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