Story Behind The Song
This song is an outgrowth of break up of my marriage and seeking someone to guide on my way.
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Song Description
The singer is sharing his story of trying to get home (conceptually) inspite of the storms (emotional) confronting him on his way. He speaks of the changes that have occurred and brought darkness to his journey and asks if someone will be the light to guide him home
| Song Length |
4:33 |
Genre |
Folk - Alternative, Folk - Contemporary |
| Tempo |
Medium Slow (91 - 110) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
| Mood |
Composed, Poignant |
Subject |
Light, Change |
| Similar Artists |
Bob Dylan, James Taylor |
Language |
English |
| Era |
2000 and later |
| |
Lyrics
The River is wide
The river is wide and the water's deep
I'm trying to find my way back home
There's a storm coming in from the east
I need a beacon who can guide me home
Won't you be the light that shines on me (twice)
The river is wide and the water's deep
My life has changed in spite of me
I look out and try to see what's coming my way
Darkness falls, darkness fall all around me
Won't you be the light that shines on me (twice)
Tonight, tonight, tonight and for always
The river is wide and the water's deep
Some days there is someone looking out for me
Sending light to guide me on my way
On my journey back home
Won't you be the light that shines on me (Twice)
The river is wide and the water's deep
I'm trying to find my way back home
That's a storm coming in from the east
I need a beacon who can guide me home
Won't you be the light that shines on me (twice)
Words and music by Doug Edmond