Doc Watson Life Is Like a River song lyrics

Life is like a river that runs to eternity

And all must ride that river, honey, just like you or me

It's sometimes rough and muddy with rapids along the way

For some, the trip is shorter, but all must have their day.

There's no dark and rolling tide between you and me

Lots of love and happiness far as the eye can see.

There's a dark and muddy current that can sweep your boat from sight

If you pass that point of no return, there's a dark and end-less night

There's also a mighty boatman and he's out there every day

Just put your life in His hands and you're safely on your way.

We've rode this raging river when the banks were cavin' in

When the storms have almost beatin' us, we've always tried again

Let's keep the faith together, encouraging our friends

Until we reach that crystal sea of life that never ends.