Summer on the River
Alex Wilson
Description
"Summer on the River" is a nostalgic country anthem that captures the fleeting magic of first love against the backdrop of a small-town summer. Alex Wilson's heartfelt vocals and vivid storytelling transport listeners back to simpler times, filled with fishing trips, starry nights, and the bittersweet realization that some moments are destined to fade. The song blends catchy pop-country sensibilities with authentic Appalachian imagery, creating a sound that's both familiar and fresh. It explores themes of young love, growing up, and the enduring power of memory, resonating with anyone who's ever longed for the carefree days of summer.
Lyrics
[Verse 1] Got my tackle box and my old blue jeans Picked you up in my Chevrolet Down to the water where the cypress leans Just like every Friday in May Your hand in mine on the bench seat Radio playing our favorite song First love feels like summer heat Praying this feeling won't be gone [Chorus] Summer on the river, you and me Stars dancing on the water so free Tailgate down, your head on my chest Summer on the river, loving you the best Summer on the river, summer on the river [Verse 2] Casting lines but we're catching dreams Your laugh echoes off the hills Everything's better than it seems When you're here giving me chills Polaroid pictures in your phone Promise me you won't forget How we carved our names in stone Down where the sun and water met [Chorus] Summer on the river, you and me Stars dancing on the water so free Tailgate down, your head on my chest Summer on the river, loving you the best Summer on the river, summer on the river [Bridge] Now September's calling you away College town, bigger dreams But I still hear you say You'll remember summer on the stream Driving away in your daddy's car With a promise you'll be back soon But I know that things have gone too far To be kissing under the moon [Chorus] Summer on the river, you and me Stars dancing on the water so free Tailgate down, your head on my chest Summer on the river, loving you the best Summer on the river, summer on the river Summer on the river [Outro] Oh, summer on the river Yeah, I remember summer on the river