Down by the River
Bliss N Eso
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I'm in the back of a ute and I'm freshly servin' BnE brew I got a esky burstin' From doin' loops and a rexy burnin' To the babble of this beat started jet ski surfin' I, keep keep it I keep I keep on it Dig beats deep as a creek and speak sonic The waves I'm making capsize canoes You can bathe in the wake to baptize your crew When I'm down by the river, bangin' from Sydney Hand on my outboard fangin' my dinghy Streams run free, all over the globe Still water runs deep, so go with this flow As long as the Amazon, as deep as the Congo The heart of the party, the beats on the bongo A bongfire is the inner camp visual Werewolves howl at the river bank ritual Down by the river I, learnt how to swim Where the records play and wash away all the stress that's been It fueled my fire higher It took me higher higher Up and up and up let's go Come on come on come on, let go Yeah, funhouse is open And now the sundowns approachin' The boat-shed is where I live it up all day And magic mushrooms litter the walkway To a gumtree swing for the hot sun Where we fish off the dock with a shotgun And a BMX track out the back not givin' a shit with a pig on the spit And you can bet your bottom dollar there's a bong or two We got the backyard lookin' like Taronga zoo With a fluro skyline, bats in the distance Fact is you won't catch Max doin' dishes We got an AK, shooting clay pigeons And Izm on the decks bangin' Gravediggaz And if the cops come and stop the beat That's when I let a pack of Ridgebacks off the leash Down by the river I, learnt how to swim Where the records play and wash away all the stress that's been It fueled my fire higher It took me higher higher Up and up and up let's go Come on come on come on, let go It fueled my fire higher It took me higher higher Up and up and up let's go Come on come on come on, let go It's the time on the clock when the train goes So I glide off the pot on a rainbow See my sight at the top of the range rose And I'm right on the dot when I aim bro I just ride down the block wearing plain clothes With the eye of a croc-killing cane toad When I'm live in the spot of the main grove I love to here the whole crowd say "Ayo" And not a second of silence BnE worldwide reppin' the island It's so much when their boppin' and their vibin' So go nuts like a rocket in a silo Drunk in a dinghy, actin like pirates The boat that rocked once Macca got violent Bad to the bone on a Hanzo classic While kids backflip on a jumbo mattress So bounce, and let your hair down Ump the body count and let off spare rounds And don't hurt no one, and don't touch my perso punk, So, take it from me I stay on the top when they're shakin' the tree, Yeah, and in a matter of minutes no matter the limit I rap and I rip it so you know Big Macca done did it Down by the river I learnt how to swim, Where the records play and wash away all the stress that's been, It fueled my fire higher It took me higher higher Up and up and up let's go Come on come on come on, let go
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Written by: JONATHAN VINCENT NOTLEY, MAX DONALD MACKINNON, NOAM DISHON
Lyrics © WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC
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10 facts about this song
Song Genre"Down by the River" is classified as a hip-hop song, showcasing Bliss N Eso's signature blend of rhythmic beats and rap lyrics.
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Song ReleaseThe song was released in 2010 as part of Bliss N Eso's fourth studio album "Running On Air."
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Commercial Success"Down by the River" was one of Bliss N Eso's commercially successful songs, with critics praising its catchy rhythm and reflective lyrics.
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Listeners' InterpretationWhile the song is ostensibly about escapism, many listeners interpret "Down by the River" as an allegorical reference to the flow of life or the passage of time.
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Music Video IncorporationThe music video for "Down by the River" incorporates footage of Bliss N Eso's outdoor mountainous adventure, reflecting the song's theme about connection with nature.
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Track InspirationThe song drew inspiration from Neil Young's classic "Down by the River," though Bliss N Eso's version offers a much more upbeat perspective.
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Collaboration"Down by the River," like many other songs in the "Running On Air" album, demonstrates Bliss N Eso's collaborative work with other artists, including Australian singer Hailey Cramer who provides vocals in this track.
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Critical AwardsThe success of "Down by the River," among other songs, helped the "Running On Air" album win the ARIA Music Award for Best Urban Album in 2010.
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Live Performances"Down by the River" is a staple in Bliss N Eso's live performances, showcasing their energetic on-stage presence and engagement with fans.
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Song UsageThe song has been used in various media outlets, including TV shows, commercials, and even as official theme songs for sports events, highlighting its popularity and widespread appeal.
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