I Know How the River Feels

Diamond Rio

About I Know How the River Feels

"I Know How the River Feels" is a song written by Steven Dale Jones and Amy Powers. First recorded by Ty Herndon, it has been released as a single by both Diamond Rio and McAlyster.


Year:
1998
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They say for everyone, there's that certain one
Out there, somewhere
I'd been looking hard, searching every heart
Getting nowhere
Didn't know I was making my way to you

Now I know how the river feels
When it reaches the sea
And finally finds the place
It was always meant to be
Holding fast, home at last
Knowing the journey's through
Lying here with you
I know how the river feels

Miles of loneliness, now make perfect sense
Here beside you
Tears like water fall, it was worth it all
Just to find you
And yours are the last arms I'll run to

Now I know how the river feels
When it reaches the sea
And finally finds the place
It was always meant to be
Holding fast, home at last
Knowing the journey's through
Lying here with you
I know how the river feels

Holding fast, home at last
Knowing the journey's through
Lying here with you
I know how the river feels
Oh, I know how the river feels

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Diamond Rio

Diamond Rio is an American Country music/Christian music band formed in 1984 in Nashville, Tennessee. Since its foundation, the group has comprised the same six members: Gene Johnson (mandolin, guitar, fiddle, tenor vocals), Jimmy Olander (lead guitar, Dobro, Danelectro, banjo), Brian Prout (drums), Marty Roe (lead vocals, acoustic guitar), Dan Truman (keyboards, organ, synthesizer), and Dana Williams (bass guitar, baritone vocals). more »

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Written by: JONES, POWERS

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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8 facts about this song

Song Creation
"I Know How the River Feels" is a country song that was recorded not just once, but twice. The two renditions were performed by two separate popular country music groups, Diamond Rio and Ty Herndon.
Diamond Rio Version
Diamond Rio first recorded and released "I Know How the River Feels" on 13 March 1998. - This version was released as part of Diamond Rio's fifth studio album, titled "Unbelievable." - The Diamond Rio version did not chart, which means it didn't make a significant commercial impact.
Ty Herndon Version
Ty Herndon recorded and released his take on the song a year later, in 1999. - His version was included in his third studio album called "Big Hopes." - Ty Herndon's version of "I Know How the River Feels" was more successful, reaching No. 33 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts.
Songwriters
The song was written by Steven Dale Jones and Amy Powers. - Both Jones and Powers are seasoned songwriters with extensive work in the music industry.
Music Video
The official music video for Ty Herndon's version of "I Know How the River Feels" stars actress Megan Mullally, best known for her role on the popular NBC sitcom "Will & Grace." She played the love interest of Ty Herndon in the video.
Song Meaning
"I Know How the River Feels" is a metaphorical song that uses the journey of a river to personify the emotional journey of a person. It reflects on how life's course, like a river, can be unpredictable and transformative.
Cover Version
Beyond Diamond Rio and Ty Herndon, the song was also covered by Australian country music singer Adam Brand for his 2001 album "Built for Speed."
Reviews
Ty Herndon's rendition of "I Know How the River Feels" received a positive review from Deborah Evans Price of Billboard, who wrote, "Herndon gives a restrained, emotive reading to this beautiful ballad."

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