River Lea

Adele

About River Lea

"River Lea" is a song recorded by English singer and songwriter Adele for her third studio album 25 (2015). The song was written by Adele Adkins and Brian Burton, while production of the song was provided by Danger Mouse. Lyrically, the track is partly about the River Lea in London. Musically, the song is a gospel song with a ghostly feel. "River Lea" received positive reviews from critics, with The Guardian calling it "one of the most striking tracks" on 25. The song peaked at number 5 on the Finland Chart and number 80 on the France Chart. It debuted at number 97 on the Official German Charts. 


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Everybody tells me it's 'bout time that I moved on
And I need to learn to lighten up and learn how to be young
But my heart is a valley, it's so shallow and man made
I'm scared to death if I let you in that you'll see I'm just a fake
Sometimes I feel lonely in the arms of your touch
But I know that's just me, 'cause nothing ever is enough
When I was a child I grew up by the River Lea
There was something in the water, now that something's in me
Oh I can't go back, but the reeds are growing out of my fingertips
I can't go back to the river

But it's in my roots, it's in my veins
It's in my blood and I stain every heart that I use to heal the pain

But it's in my roots, it's in my veins
It's in my blood and I stain every heart that I use to heal the pain
So I blame it on the River Lea, the River Lea, the River Lea
Yeah, I blame it on the River Lea, the River Lea, the River Lea

I should probably tell you now before it's way too late
That I never meant to hurt you or lie straight to your face
Consider this my apology, I know it's years in advance
But I'd rather say it now in case I never get the chance
No, I can't go back, but the reeds are growing out of my fingertips
I can't go back to the river

But it's in my roots, it's in my veins
It's in my blood and I stain every heart that I use to heal the pain

It's in my roots, it's in my veins
It's in my blood and I stain every heart that I use to heal the pain

So I blame it on the River Lea, the River Lea, the River Lea
Yeah I blame it on the River Lea, the River Lea, the River Lea

So I blame it on the River Lea, the River Lea, the River Lea
Yeah, I blame it on the River Lea, the River Lea, the River Lea

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Adele

Adele Laurie Blue Adkins (born 5 May 1988), better known simply as Adele, is an English singer-songwriter and musician. Adele was offered a recording contract from XL Recordings after a friend posted her demo on Myspace in 2006. The next year she received the Brit Awards "Critics' Choice" award and won the BBC Sound of 2008. Her debut album, 19, was released in 2008 to much commercial and critical success. It certified four times platinum in the UK, and double platinum in the US. Her career in the US was boosted by a Saturday Night Live appearance in late 2008. At the 2009 Grammy Awards, Adele received the awards for Best New Artist and Best Female Pop Vocal Performance. more »

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Written by: Adele Laurie Blue Adkins, Brian Joseph Burton

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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10 facts about this song

Artist Background
"River Lea" is a song from the globally renowned British artist, Adele. Known for her soulful voice and emotionally rich lyrics, Adele has won numerous prestigious accolades throughout her career including 15 Grammy Awards.
Album Information
The song is from Adele's third studio album, "25," released in November 2015. The album was highly anticipated following the success of her previous albums "19" and "21."
Chart Performance
"25" was a commercial success, debuting at number one in more than 25 markets and broke first-week sales records in multiple countries. Although "River Lea" was not released as a single, it contributed to the overall album success.
Song Inspiration
The song was inspired by the River Lea in London, where Adele grew up. She uses the river as a metaphor to express how her past and upbringing in Tottenham have influenced her present-self.
Song Composition
"River Lea" is a soul song with gospel music elements. Much like the rest of the album, the song was well-received for its heartfelt lyrics and Adele's emotive vocal delivery.
Collaborating Artist
This song marks the collaboration between Adele and the acclaimed producer and musician Brian Burton, also known as Danger Mouse. This is one of the few songs in "25" where Adele has co-written and collaborated with a producer.
Song Details
In the song, Adele apologizes for letting her past and roots influence her actions and attitude in her relationships, showing a more introspective and self-aware aspect of her personality.
Live Performances
Adele performed "River Lea" live as part of her setlist for her Adele Live 2016 tour, further cementing the song's place among her notable discography.
Critical Acclaim
Despite not being a single, "River Lea" received positive reviews. Critics praised its gospel tone and its theme of holding onto one's roots.
Song Resonance
The song is often commended for its relatable subject matter, with fans praising Adele's ability to draw on personal experiences to create music that resonates with a broad audience.

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