From the recording Singles
This song describes the ways that rivers affect and influence our lives. They give us joy and comfort, and mould us into who we are.
Lyrics
THE RIVERS OF MY LIFE
1st Verse:
The rivers of my life, they hold me, and mould me, and stream into my soul.
The rivers of my life, their voices, singing to me, sweet melodies that heal and make me whole.
Chorus:
And, as I close my eyes, and think of days gone by, I've drifted far and wide, upon your gentle tides.
Oh, always you've been there for me, when violent tempests rise, to lift me up and carry me to shores where hope abides.
2nd Verse:
The rivers of my life, they fill me, and thrill me, their currents deep within.
The rivers of my life, their lessons, ever speaking, that life and love will be renewed again.
Chorus:
And, as I gaze upon, those gliss'ning waterfalls, and feel their cooling mists, refresh the morning breeze.
Oh, always you've revived my strength, when burdens crush my heart.
To lift me up and carry me to shores where love resides.
1st Cadenza:
The rivers of my life, they guide me, and bide with me until I reach the crystal sea of life.
3rd Verse:
The rivers of my life, they lead me, and plead with me, to reach beyond my sight.
The rivers of my life, their music, lingers softly, playing symphonies that steer me through the night.
2nd Cadenza:
Hold me, and mould me, fill my heart, and thrill me, lead me on, and plead with me to reach beyond.
3rd Cadenza:
Endless flowing, the rivers of my life.
Music and Lyrics by Dennis Collins Foster June 16, 2016