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The River Song (Single)

by Astra Kelly

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There's a very special and mystical place deep in the heart of the Los Padres National forest called The Tassajarra Zen Center. It's been there since the '70's and takes over an hour to drive the 3 miles down into the little valley. It's off grid and powered by the Tassajarra River. I visited there first in 2018 and as soon as I walked onto the land, I could feel a profound and peaceful energy. I found a sweet sit spot on the edge of the river and immediately fell into a deep meditation. In that moment, it felt like spiritual lightening flashed, the top of my head was open and the entire power of the universe was flowing through me. It was a pure and complete transformational moment in my life and it gave me this song.

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The River Song

River take away my breath
Make me whole
Let me lay here by your side
Take me in.
I have nothing left

I was wasting time between the lines
Give me strength
We all could use some sense right now
show me.
the way

Chorus:
Truth be known within a flash
catch me if I’m sinking
Oh, I know I’m a little late
You say, I’m just glad you’re here at all
I know it’s hard to feel all this
and there’s no going back
Well, I won’t go back
No, I won’t go back

River, let it pass on by
Nothing gets me, if I don’t let it
I have come to you to fill my cup
Reaching out, I pull you in

River, I will listen close
Give me a song
Hold the space, come back again
heal me
I have everything

Chorus

Bridge:
I can’t go back to where I’ve been and
I’ve learned that looking back
Is just fine for a moment but living in the past
is like hiding away from the sun

Chorus

credits

released September 21, 2021
Produced by: Astra Kelly and Jeffrey Alan Berkley
Recorded and Mixed by Jeffrey Alan Berkley
Mastered by: Robbie Robinson
Written and performed by: Astra Kelly
Co-written by: Damon Cisneros
Addtl Guitars: Jeffrey Alan Berkley
Upright Bass: Harley Magsino
Drums: Tony Econom
Backing Vocals: Sandi King
and Josh Taylor (King Taylor Project) and guests.

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Astra Kelly San Diego, California

With a lyric-based, melodic sound and soaring vocals, Astra fuses her Chicago roots in blues and soul
with indie folk and alt-country. The lyrics read like poetry, speaking of emotional transformation and freedom. She's been nominated for nine SD Music Awards, her music video was showcased in the SD Film Fest. She wears many hats in the industry including helping others find their music mojo. ... more

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