On the River By the Lake

by @nosmoking

On the River By the Lake
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Liner Notes

#ukulele #ballad #singersongwriter #acoustic

Lyrics

I know just what to do when I am feeling blue
I aim the Kathy Lee into the mist when I need a break
On the river by the lake

The ducks will part their ways, the heron never stays
The geese Canadienne will change direction just for my sake
On the river by the lake

I know where to go when life has changed its tunes
That's where I know I can listen to the singing of the Squam Lake loons

They sing so heavenly, a soulful symphony
There's nothing better than the way they cause my heart to awake
On the river by the lake

Instrumental verse

I know where to go when life has changed its tunes
That's where I know I can listen to the squawking of the Squam Lake loons

Assuming you agree, there's room for two, you'll see
We'll pack a lunch and take you where the air's as fresh as they make
A trip we'll always want to take
On the river, on the river by the lake
On the river by the lake
A trip we'll always want to take
On the river by the lake

Comments

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Such a nice feel good song to hear on a SUnday morning drinking my coffee. I can agree whole heartedly that is the way to go today.
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Love that intro. It gets my foot tapping. Squam Lake is beautiful and so peaceful. I can see how it could inspire this song.
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This is fun, and I can imagine it being sung on the Mount Washington! Nice instrumentals, and glad to have another New Englander here! Make sure to check in with the FAWMers of New England thread so that the other locals can find you!

https://fiftyninety.fawm.org/forums/2536
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Criticism here: you forgot to add piano to your tags :) Seriously though, if it's possible to be serious speaking about something so wonderfully light-hearted, it's absolutely gorgeous and delicious. Your song made me smile. Very appreciated after your gorgeous sad song :) Your vocals sound so different here and again, absolutely likable. Fantastic singing, playing and choice of instruments. Wonderfully written lyrics. Fantastic upbeat music, happy and warm singing. Beautiful work!
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Great old school vibes. So upbeat and feel good! Just makes me smile and bob my head. I love this tune.
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@sbs
This one reminds me of “A Wink and a Smile.” So upbeat! I feel like dancing! The ukulele really works here. Vocals are fabulous, as always!
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