Three long years now
Since I've seen her face
Three long years now
Since she left this angry place
Her destiny called her
But too soon for her age
If I'd only listened
She might be here today
(chorus)
And we're all gonna ride this river
And we're all gonna feel the rain
And we all take what we're given
Even the pain
Cold, tired and hungry
Now she's movin' with the wind
And all I do is worry
'Bout the pain she must be in
If only I could see you
Tell me why you didn't write
Now there's no one to defend you
And I can't sleep at night
(repeat chorus)
And we see that light before us
Through the darkness and the shame
But it all breaks down
Even the pain
So roll on mighty river
Take us down to the sea
Wash away the muddy water
And set us free