The River
Good Charlotte, Synyster Gates, M. Shadows
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As I walk through the valley Of the shadow of L.A. The footsteps that were next to me Have gone their separate ways I've seen enough now to know that beautiful things Don't always stay that way I've done enough now to know this beautiful place Isn't everything they say I heard that evil comes disguised Like the city of angels I'm walking towards the light Baptized in the river I've seen a vision of my life and I wanna be delivered In the city was a sinner I've done a lot of things wrong but I swear I'm a believer Like the prodigal son, I was out on my own Now I'm trying to find my way back home Baptized in the river I'm delivered, I'm delivered You're from a small town You're gonna grow up fast underneath these lights Down in Hollywood on the boulevard The dead come back to life To the praying Mother and the worried Father Let your children go If they come back they'll come home stronger And if they don't you'll know They say evil that comes disguised Like the city of angels I'm walking towards the light Baptized in the river I've seen a vision of my life and I wanna be delivered In the city was a sinner I've done a lot of things wrong but I swear I'm a believer Like the prodigal son, I was out on my own Now I'm trying to find my way back home Baptized in the river I'm delivered, I'm delivered Baptized in the river (On my own!) Baptized in the river (On my own!) I wanna be delivered (On my own!) (On my own!) Baptized in the river (On my own!) I wanna be delivered Baptized in the river (On my own!) I wanna be delivered Baptized in the river (On my own!) I wanna be delivered I confess I'm a sinner I've seen a vision of my life And I wanna be delivered!
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Written by: DON GILMORE, BENJI MADDEN, JOEL MADDEN
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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14 facts about this song
Album Release"The River" is a song by Good Charlotte, a punk-rock band from the United States. It was released in 2007 as part of their fourth studio album titled "Good Morning Revival."
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CollaborationThe song features two key members from other influential American punk-rock bands - M. Shadows and Synyster Gates from Avenged Sevenfold.
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ThemesIt is said to base its main themes on internal spiritual struggle and renewal.
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Billboard Performance"The River" succeeded in reaching an impressive 39th position on the U.S Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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Music VideoThe music video, forthcoming after the track's release, builds its setting out of a dystopian Los Angeles, reflecting the underlying social issues at the time.
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Song OriginThe track was initially written during Good Charlotte's time spent in a rented house in Palm Springs where they began working on "Good Morning Revival."
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Popular PlatformsBesides being released as a CD single, "The River" is also available on key music streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music.
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Radio SuccessIn addition to its Billboard success, the song achieved the 13th spot on the Mainstream Top 40 Pop Songs chart.
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Critical AcclaimMany music critics appreciated the collaboration with the Avenged Sevenfold members, marking "The River" a turning point in Good Charlotte's discography, providing a harder and edgier sound.
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Live Performances"The River" is a staple at Good Charlotte's live performances, appreciated by fans for its edgy punk sound and raw lyrics.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by numerous other artists and bands, showcasing its cross-genre appeal.
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Inspirational SourceThe lyrics "Baptized in the river" and "On my own" are believed to be taken directly from the spiritual song "Down in the River to Pray."
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Radio AirplayThe song was released on American radio stations in February 2007, promptly escalating to popular charts.
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Streaming NumbersDue to its popular demand, "The River" has garnered millions of stream counts across different platforms.
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