Greg Brown

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River will take you


That river will take you to Keokuk just as well
As it'll take you past Eldon straight down to hell.
Them boys'd been drinkin', two was real fat
They went out at midnight, goin' after cat.

Two could swim sort of, two not at all,
They was all plastered, havin' a ball.
Well they left from the east side down a' carbide shack,
They just went fishin' and never come back.

We seen that johnboat next day in a snag,
Called up the men, went out to drag.
Found 'em next sundown, Lord, how they stank,
We lay them poor boys up on the river bank.

Now they was just drunk boys, they didn't know what they did,
One of 'em was married, three of 'em had kids.
That old river will take you, most of us swore
Next time we got drunk, we'd just fish from shore

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The lyrics RIVER WILL TAKE YOU of GREG BROWN is also present in the album Over and under (2000)

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Biografia

Greg Brown is an American folk singer known for his deep voice and introspective songs that explore themes of love, loss, rural American life, and politics. Born in Iowa in 1952, Brown began performing in clubs and festivals in the 1970s, earning a reputation for his authentic and engaging performances. Over his career, he has released over twenty albums, collaborating with artists such as John Prine and Lucinda Williams. His songs are characterized by poetic lyrics and simple but effective melodies. Among his most famous tracks are "The Maker's Mark", "When I Was a Boy" and "I Don't Know Where to Begin". Brown is considered one of the most important folk singer-songwriters of recent decades, appreciated for his authenticity, musical talent, and ability to tell stories through his songs.

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