Birdy - Just Like A River Does [Live Performance Video]

Birdy - Just Like A River Does [Live Performance Video]

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BIRDY - JUST LIKE A RIVER DOES

I always cry on the train back home
Watching the world outside I used to know
As soon as I get there, I have to go

And the years go by
I don’t even know where I’ve been
In the blink of an eye
Could’ve all been a dream
Will I ever find somewhere to call my own?
As soon as I get there, I have to go

With two hands, meant to shape the land
Just like a river does
Just like a river does

Another day breaks and I have to go away
Run like a river does
On and on like a river does

And the landscape has changed
Since last I was here
Some people stay
And some disappear
But I always remember this part of me
And I can’t help but wonder how I ever leave


With two hands, meant to shape the land
Just like a river does
Just like a river does

Another day breaks and I have to go away
Run like a river does
On and on like a river does

Two hands, meant to shape the land
Just like a river does
Just like a river does

Another day breaks and I have to go away
Run like a river does
On and on like a river does

So I bottle the sound of the wind in the trees
Follow the salt in the air down to the sea
Just like a river does

[stephenjaw]

Listening to Birdy is not just a hobby, it is a cultural reset, the oxygen you breathe, it's a lifestyle, an escape from this cruel world filled with thieves, its an art, a hug from a loved one, everything you’ve ever wanted.

[sol]

Some sing for attention. Birdy sings from spirit. She is a conduit to that which remains just out of reach for most. Her music always uplifts my soul yet strangely fills me with a deep yearning for the unattainable. Namaste Jasmine 🌻

[ginogenero]

This song should never end, on and on like a river does.

[eduardgunis]

She is one of the artists who can make an excellent performance just with the piano, her voice and charisma, without the need for expensive stage, light and sound industry. Brilliant song.

[Checkmyplaylist-nldk]

I always cry, on the train back home
Watchin' the world outside, I used to know
Soon as I get there
I have to go
And the years go by, don't even know where I've been
In the blink of an eye, could've all been a dream
But I have to find somewhere
To call my home
Soon as I get there
I have to go

[Chorus]
With two hands, meant to shape the land
Just like a river does, just like a river does
Another day breaks, and I have to go away
Run like a river does
On and on like a river does

[Verse 2]
And the landscape has changed, since last I was here
Some people stay and some disappear
But I'll always remember
This part of me
And I can't help but wonder
How I'll ever leave
[Outro]
So I bottle the sound of the wind in the trees
Follow the salt in the air, down to the sea
Just like a river does
Just like a river does

[Magnusk]

I feel like she doesn't get the recognition she deserves. She is such a talented musician. Better than a lot of the big musicians, but of course they get all the attention. Great song Birdy!

[andrewgreen]

You would never believe this girl was only 24. She performs with such maturity and class. Another brilliant song

[leighhubbard]

As a former soldier.If this song was played on the battlefield..I'd hope everyone would put their arms down and listen to this beautiful peaceful music!

[onepawatatime]

This is the music I go to when my soul is hurting. It makes me feel at home.

[annamckee]

i just moved away from home for the first time in my 24 years. thanks for this song; it makes me feel less lonely.

[EamonnS]

I'm so thrilled Sir Elton John said Birdy's "Young Heart" album is "beautiful." Yup, I'm still listening!

[dragonsonhigh]

This is the kind of song that plays at the end scene of a movie where the main character is on a black train with a cushy red interior cutting through fields of emerald green on a partly cloudy day, head leaning against the window listening to the wheels ride along the tracks and watching the dew-covered grass dance in the morning breeze like a glistening fire while thinking about the other character who went through so much with them throughout the film's events/journey who took the train going the other direction.

*BONUS*
At the end of the song, the screen goes to black and a "in loving memory of..." subtitle for someone who died during production or for a late parental figure fades in, embracing the last few notes of the song before resting in a brief moment of silence until the next song starts and the credits roll.

[leighhubbard]

Her voice takes you to a beautiful place!.x

[davidrandall]

I still remember her first ever concert, Tabernacle in London, like it was yesterday. Grace is timeless.

[mychannel-vnvp]

I'm so obsessed with her music. Birdy, please never stop writing new music

[ladymidnight]

I prefer when is just her voice and the piano

[ifdvztc]

The music of Birdy is necessary in my life.

[awesomebeard]

The person who gave this a thumbs down has no soul.
Love you Birdy. I have 2 account this and all4hisgloryalone. If you seen my comments know this, you have brought an unspeakable joy to my heart just being you. Your personality, joy.and kindness in interviews, your songwriting, your voice, your piano playing, everything about you. Its impossible not to love you. God Bless you Birdy, and thank you for the joy you bring.

[misterminutes]

No other words can describe, but maybe Divine and Heavenly will do.

[may_be_travel]

I never write a comment usually, but for this masterpiece I have no other choice : Thanks you for putting the right words on our confused feelings. As a traveler's soul, like the blood of sailers which is mine, I am always far from my home, my country, my motherland, the feeling of homesickness often comes back in moments of weakness. Thanks to this song I come back to her, even as far as I am, that comforts me. Thanks you so much for the help you offer us with this wonderful melody and your voice that makes us travel back . From all of Brittany, Breizh, ma bro ("Brittany, my country" in breton), THANKS YOU - will never be enough to express my gratitude - <3