THE RIVER

from Between Dust And A Dream by SON OF RAY

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He rides his bike and fights just like the others
His dirty knees and cowlick keep it hid
He loves to fish and jump out in the water
To scrub the stains and wash away the sin
While the other boys are looking for a cheap thrill
All he wants to do is cut it off
Lipstick, pearls, and busted set of high heels
Alone in the barn dancing in the loft

Go down to the river, let it go, let it go
Go down to the river, let it go

His mother cried for days when he finally told her
Pa stormed out the door in disbelief
Said she always felt more like a sister
And what’s the point in living if it ain’t free
He paid the price and walked out with a smile
First time that she’d ever felt so real
But eyes and sighs can kill you just like denial
And love and hate every heart can feel

Go down to the river, let it go, let it go
Go down to the river, let it go
Go down to the river, let it go, let it go
Go down to the river, let it go

She lies in bed and stares up at the ceiling
A tear rolls down her face she raises her hand
The world she says is cruel and unforgiving
And nobody likes what they don’t understand

Go down to the river, let it go, let it go
Go down to the river, let it go
Go down to the river, let it go, let it go
Go down to the river, let it go

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from Between Dust And A Dream, released November 12, 2017
Rob Lagace – acoustic guitar, lead vocal, harmonica
Shawn Dennis – bass, electric guitar, vocals
Mark Spagnuolo – drums, percussion
Brandon Elliott- vocals
Jordan Elliott – piano, vocals

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SON OF RAY

SON OF RAY is the work of singer songwriter, Rob Lagace, and his various projects and collaborations. A rootsy blend of folk, rock, and blues.

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