River
Navigating Love's Rapids: Mary Chapin Carpenter's River Reflections
Lyrics
River full of stones when there's no rain
River is filled with stones even without rainfall.
River full and rushing when the clouds let loose again
When it rains, the river becomes full and flows rapidly.
River every season like a prayer
The river represents the changing seasons, akin to a prayer.
We're standing in the shallows making crosses in the air
Metaphorically standing in the shallow water, making symbolic gestures.
Want to build the strongest bridge
Desire to create a strong foundation or connection.
Want to love you the best I can
Expressing the wish to love deeply and genuinely.
Feel no fear upon the edge
Feeling brave despite being at the brink or edge.
Here's my heart, baby take my hand
Offering one's heart and seeking companionship.
River like a poem to the trees
Comparing the river to an expressive poem for nature.
River telling stories to the rushes and the leaves
Illustrating how the river narrates tales to the surrounding elements.
River every season like a vow
Emphasizing the consistent nature of the river, akin to a commitment.
We're standing in the shallows wondering who will save us now
Standing in uncertainty, pondering who or what will offer salvation.
Want to build the strongest bridge
Desire to establish a robust connection or relationship.
Want to love you the best I can
Reiterating the commitment to love deeply.
Feel no fear upon the edge
Feeling courageous despite being on the brink of something.
Here's my heart, baby take my hand
Symbolically giving one's heart and seeking unity.
River from the currents to the pools
Describing the river's movement and shifts.
River turning kinder turning suddenly too cruel
Highlighting the sudden change from kindness to cruelty in the river's behavior.
River every season like a dream
Comparing the river to a dream, suggesting its ethereal nature.
We're standing in the shallows wading in to wash us clean
Contemplating purification or renewal through immersion in the river.
Want to build the strongest bridge
Desire for a strong and enduring connection.
Want to love you the best I can
Continued commitment to love deeply.
Feel no fear upon the edge
Feeling fearless despite being on the edge or facing uncertainty.
Here's my heart, baby take my hand
Reaffirming the offer of one's heart and seeking partnership.
Want to build the strongest bridge
Reiteration of the desire for a strong foundation.
Want to love you the best I can
Reaffirming the commitment to love deeply and sincerely.
Feel no fear upon the edge
Remaining unafraid despite facing uncertainties.
Here's my heart, baby take my hand
Repeatedly offering one's heart and seeking connection.
Want to hold you close to me
Expressing the wish to remain close and dependable.
Never fail you, never falter
Commitment to never disappoint or weaken.
Seeing all that love can see
Perceiving love in its entirety, reflecting upon it.
Reflecting back on the water
Symbolizing introspection, contemplating love's reflection in the river.
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