Caught by the River
Doves
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Son what have you done? you're caught by the river you're coming undone life you know it can't be so easy but you can't just leave it 'cause you're not in control anymore and you give it all away would you give it all away now? don't let it come apart don't want to see you come apart son what are you doing? you learned a hard lesson when you stood by the water you and i were so full of love and hope would you give it all up now? would you give in just to spite them all? and you give it all away would you give it all away now? don't let it come apart don't want to see you come apart cause you give it all away and you give it all away now don't let it come apart don't want to see you come apart lay i lay in the long grass so many people so many people pass stay stay here and lie on back get down in the cornfields stay till we're caught at last give it all away give it all away now don't let it come apart don't want to see you come apart and you give it all away you give it all away now don't let it come apart don't want to see you come apart and you give it all away
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Written by: ANDY WILLIAMS, JEZ WILLIAMS, JIMI GOODWIN
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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12 facts about this song
Song Release"Caught By The River" by Doves was released in 2002 as the third single from their second studio album, "The Last Broadcast".
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at number 32 on the UK Singles Chart, indicating its significant commercial success.
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Album SuccessThe album "The Last Broadcast," from which the single comes, reached number 1 on the UK Albums Chart. It has been certified platinum by the British Phonographic Industry.
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Song LengthThe length of "Caught By The River" is approximately 6 minutes and 11 seconds.
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Genre ClassificationThis song is categorized under the genre of Indie Rock and Post-Britpop.
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Song CompositionThe song's calming melody and lyrical themes make it unique in the Doves catalogue. Its lyrics detail an internal struggle and the quest for peace and understanding.
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Awards and NominationsThe album that features "Caught By The River," 'The Last Broadcast,' won the band a nomination for the Mercury Prize in 2002 and also won 'Best Album' at the NME Awards in 2003.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Caught By The River" was directed by David Mould and features the band performing on a floating platform.
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Live Performances"Caught By The River" has been a regular part of Doves' live performances since its release.
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Cover VersionsThe song was covered by the band The Bees for BBC Radio 1's Live Lounge in 2004, highlighting its popularity and influence.
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Critical AcclaimThe song has generally received positive reviews from critics, who have praised its atmospheric sound and deeply personal lyrics.
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Song Writers"Caught By The River" was written by all three members of Doves: Jez Williams, Jimi Goodwin, and Andy Williams.
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