River
Bishop Briggs, Bishop
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Like a river, like a river, sh- Like a river, like a river, sh- Like a river, like a river Shut your mouth and run me like a river How do we fall in love Harder than a bullet could hit ya? How do we fall apart Faster than a hair pin trigger? Don't you say, don't you say it Don't say, don't you say it One breath, it'll just break it So shut your mouth and run me like a river Shut your mouth, baby stand and deliver Holy hands, oh they make me a sinner Like a river, like a river Shut your mouth and run me like a river Choke this love till the veins start to shiver One last breath till the tears start to wither Like a river, like a river Shut your mouth and run me like a river Tales of an endless heart Curses is the fool who's willing Can't change the way we are One kiss away from killing Don't you say, don't you say it Don't say, don't you say it One breath it'll just break it So shut your mouth and run me like a river Shut your mouth, baby stand and deliver Holy hands, ooh they make me a sinner Like a river, like a river Shut your mouth and run me like a river Choke this love till the veins start to shiver One last breath till the tears start to wither Like a river, like a river Shut your mouth and run me like a river Like a river, like a river, (oh oh oh) Like a river, like a river, (ooh-oh-oh) Like a river, like a river Shut your mouth and run me like a river Hey, oh oh oh Hey, oh oh oh (like a river) Hey, oh oh oh Oh oh oh (like a river) Like a river Shut your mouth baby stand and deliver (stand and deliver)(like a river, like a river) Holy hands, oh they make me a sinner (make me a sinner)(like a river, like a river) Like a river, like a river (like a river) Shut your mouth and run me like a river (and run me like a river) Choke this love till the veins start to shiver (start to shiver)(like a river, like a river) One last breath till the tears start to wither (oh oh) Like a river, like a river Shut your mouth and run me like a river
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Written by: Ian Brendon Scott, Mark A. Jackson, Sarah Grace Mclaughlin
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Artist History"River" is by Bishop Briggs, a British musician, singer and songwriter. Although born in London, Briggs moved to Tokyo, Japan, where she spent most of her formative years.
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Song Release & Popularity"River" was released on January 22, 2016, becoming her breakthrough single. The song reached number one on Spotify's US Viral 50 chart and number two on the Global Viral 50 chart in 2016.
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Performance on ChartsThe single reached number 3 on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart, number 10 on the Billboard Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart, and it peaked at number 104 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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Lyrics and BeatsThe lyrics of the song emphasize strength and determination, with a chorus that says, "Shut your mouth and run me like a river." The music is a mix of pop, rock, and electronic beats.
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Music VideoThe "River" music video, directed by Jungle George, has a minimalistic style and features a powerful performance by Bishop herself. As of now, the video has over 45 million views on YouTube.
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Noteworthy PerformancesBishop has performed "River" live on several noteworthy platforms including, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and The Late Late Show with James Corden.
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Certifications"River" was certified platinum in the United States by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) in October 2017, meaning it sold over one million units.
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Radio Airtime"River" received significant airplay on alternative radio and mainstream radio stations, broadening her fan base and increasing her recognition globally.
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GenreThe song is mainly classified as Indie pop, alternative rock, and electronic music. This diverse range of genres represents the unique musical style of Bishop Briggs.
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Spotify StreamsAs of now, "River" has been streamed on Spotify over 200 million times, reflecting its massive popularity across the globe.
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