Down by the River
Albert Hammond
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City life was getting us down so we spent a weekend out town Pitched our tent on a patch of ground down by the river Lit a fire and drank some wine you put your jeans on top of mine I said: Come in The water's fine Down by the river Down by the river Down by the river Said: Come in the water's fine down by the river Didn't feel too good all night So we took a walk in the morning light And came across the strangest sight down by the river Silver fish lay on its side it was washed up by the early tide I wonder how it died? Down by the river Down by the river Down by the river, silver fish lay on its side The doctor put us both to bed He doesed us up and he shook his head Only foolish people go He said Down by the river The mighty willows weep Said he Because they're dying gradually From the waste from the factories Down by the river Down by the river Down by the river The mighty willows weep, said he down by the river And in time the riverbanks will die The reeds will wilt and the ducks won't fly There'll be a tear in the otter's eye down by the river The banks will soon be black and dead And where the otter raised his head Will be a clean White skull instead Down by the river Down by the river Down by the river, the banks will soon be black and dead Down by the river Down by the river The banks will soon be black and dead, down by the river
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Written by: ALBERT HAMMOND, MIKE HAZLEWOOD
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10 facts about this song
Song History"Down by the River" is a song by British singer/songwriter Albert Hammond that was released in 1972. This song is a part of his debut album titled "It Never Rains in Southern California."
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GenreAlthough Albert Hammond's music usually falls under the pop genre, "Down by the River" incorporates elements of folk-rock that makes it unique in his discography.
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LyricsThe song tells a story of romance by the river, a common theme in folk rock music. It entices listeners with its vivid imagery and engaging storytelling.
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Chart Success"Down by the River" enjoyed success in Europe, reaching the number one spot on the Spanish Singles Chart in the mid-'70s.
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Co-writerThe song was co-written with renowned songwriter Mike Hazlewood, who was a longtime collaborator with Hammond.
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Not to be confusedIt's important to note that Albert Hammond's "Down by the River" is not to be confused with the Neil Young song of the same name, released in 1969.
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Cover Versions"Down by the River" was covered by various artists in different languages, demonstrating the universal appeal of its melody and theme.
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Use in MediaThe song made a reappearance in popular culture when it was featured on the soundtrack of Quentin Tarantino's film "Django Unchained" in 2012.
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Personal SignificanceIn several interviews, Hammond has mentioned that "Down by the River" holds a special place for him because it helped establish his solo career outside of his work as a songwriter.
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Live PerformancesEven decades after its release, "Down by the River" continues to be a staple of Albert Hammond's live performances.
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