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River's Edge

from Lost Channels by Great Lake Swimmers

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River’s edge, so quiet and full of potential
With weeping trees and just enough nightfall
To cover up the strays

I can hear boats in the distance
Making saviours out of ordinary people

Now they sing in a symphony of keepers
And they hail in the harmony of saviours

Got to live, live, live
And love, love, love
Whether you like it or not I will love you

Now the wind picks up swiftly and suddenly
And it’s breathing as if from a mouth
And the edges are lungs that are heaving
And it’s breathing now without my help
And we turn against the darkness with intention

River’s edge, you’re all that I have
And a night full of promises
And just enough nightfall to cover up the strays

Now the river’s like horses unbroken
And it really is time for a change
And it moves and connects with the uniform
And the bodies return to their makers
And it’s good, and it’s true, let it wash over you
Untethered and without a reason

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from Lost Channels, released March 31, 2009

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Great Lake Swimmers Toronto, Ontario

Tony Dekker’s music spans two decades as the lead singer and songwriter of Great Lake Swimmers. Over eight albums, multiple EPs, live shows and reissues, the Toronto-based group with a revolving cast of players has established itself as a beloved indie folk act in their native Canada and beyond. Great Lake Swimmers was shortlisted for the Polaris Prize and nominated twice for the Juno Awards. ... more

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