Like a River Runs

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About Like a River Runs

"Like a River Runs" is a song by American indie pop act Bleachers, originally appearing on their 2014 album Strange Desire. It was released as a 7-inch disc on June 23, 2014. It was also released to Alternative and Triple A radio on April 27, 2015. In 2015, Bleachers released an EP of the same name, which includes four tracks: a fifteen-minute spoken word track called "Dreams Aren't Random", two alternate versions of the title track performed by the band, and a cover version performed by Sia.  


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2014
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I woke up thinking you were still here
My hands shaking with regret
I've held this dream for such a long long time
And I wanna get up
To the rhythm of a wild, to the rhythm of a wild heart
That beats, that beats like a rolling drum

I saw you standing on the corner
I saw you standing on your own
And I get the feeling that it's, it's all a dream
And I wanna get up
To the rhythm of a wild, to the rhythm of a wild heart
That beats, that beats like a drum

When I fall asleep I can see your face
What I lost in you I will not replace
And I could run away, I could let them down
But I will remember your light

Your light it follows me in darkness
I'm trying hard but I can't win
And I've played the victim for a long long time
And I wanna grow up
From the rhythm a young, from the rhythm of a younger heart
It leads just like a river runs

That night I sent over the parkway
The summer's gone and I'm alone
And I get the feeling that you're somewhere close
And I wanna get up
To the rhythm of your wild, to the rhythm of your wild heart
It beats, been beating since you've gone

When I fall asleep I can see your face
What I lost in you I will not replace
And I could run away, I could let them down
But I will remember

When I fall asleep I can see your face
What I lost in you I will not replace
And I could run away, I could let them down
And I know you're gone but still
I will remember your light

I will remember
I will remember
I will remember
I will remember

And if you see me in the darkness
I hope you know I'm not alone
I carry you with every breath I take
I won't let up, I won't let up
Until the wind is gone

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Bleachers

Bleachers (North American English), or stands, are raised, tiered rows of benches found at sports fields and other spectator events. Stairways provide access to the horizontal rows of seats, often with every other step gaining access to a row of benches. Benches range from simple planks to elaborate ones with backrests. Many bleachers are open to the ground below so that there are only the planks to sit and walk on. Some bleachers have vertical panels beneath the benches, either partially or completely blocking the way to the ground. more »

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Written by: JACK ANTONOFF, JOHN HILL

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10 facts about this song

Song Formation
"Like a River Runs" is a song from American indie pop act Bleachers, which is essentially a solo project for artist Jack Antonoff.
Album Appearance
The song appears on Bleachers' debut studio album, "Strange Desire", which released on July 10, 2014.
Special Inspiration
Antonoff wrote this song as a tribute to his younger sister, who passed away due to brain cancer when Antonoff was 18 years old. The lyrics of the song are about how he faced grief and learned to live with it.
Album Theme
"Like a River Runs" is an important part of the album's theme, which focuses on dealing with loss, anxiety, and find solace in music.
Unique Analogy
The novel metaphor used in the song "Like a River runs" compares the natural flow of a river to the constant, unending sense of loss Antonoff feels, implying that his grief is a natural and never-ending process, just like a river that always flows.
Other Artists Interpretations
Sia, an Australian pop singer, created a cover of "Like a River Runs," which featured on an EP released by Bleachers in 2015. Sia reinterpreted the song to fit her powerful vocal range, and this version received positive reviews from critics.
Film Influence
The music video of "Like a River Runs" was directed by Declan Whitebloom, who is known for his music videos that feel like mini-films, and this one is no exception.
Deep Connection
Antonoff shared in interviews that "Like a River Runs" is so personal to him, to the point that he sometimes feels like he's playing a therapy session rather than playing a song.
Complex Musical Composition
The song is known for its complex layers of synth-pop, creating rich, deep, and uplifting soundscapes, reflecting Antonoff's experience as a multi-instrument musician.
Critical Success
"Like a River Runs” is considered one of the standout tracks on the album, which made the song an immediate favorite both for fans and critics. This song helped solidify Bleachers' distinctive sound mixing intimate lyrics with grandiose, synth-heavy music.

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