Down by the River of Friends [SSC5, United Kingdom]

(Lyrics owned by me) (C) [Instrumental intro] [Verse 1] Woke up this mornin’ , clouds hangin' low, Heart heavy with memories, where did all the laughter go? We’d sit on that old porch, whiskey in hand, Talkin’ 'bout our dreams like they were made of sand. [Verse 2] Oh, friends are like gold dust on a midnight breeze, They lift you up high when you're brought to your knees. Through thick and thin, we weather the storms, With every tear shed, another bond forms. [Instrumental Saxophone] [Pre chorus] Time rolls like a river, carries us away, But I’ll chase your shadow at the end of the day. From sun-soaked summers to those cold winter nights, You were my compass when I lost my sight. [Emotional Chorus] Now time rolls on like a river wide, Some days I feel lost without you by my side. But in every sunset's glow or moonlit night so clear, I hear echoes of laughter ringing soft in my ear. [solo Saxophone] [Bridge] And though some have faded like leaves in fall’s breeze, The bond never breaks; it’s rooted deep as these trees. So let’s raise a glass to those who’ve walked away; In my heart forever is where you’ll stay. [Verse 3] Now I walk alone with shadows in tow A symphony of silence where laughter used to flow. But I hear you callin', feel your spirit near [Instrumental Saxophone] [Verse 4] So let’s raise a glass to nights we won’t forget; To dreams yet unbroken and paths not set yet. With each twist and turn that this old road gives way, I know come tomorrow you'll still be here to stay. [Outro] So here's to friendship wrapped in melody, A timeless bond no distance can decree. A melody lingerin’ , calming my fears. In this bluesy ballad where memories blend, I'll keep you alive 'til I'm back with my friends. Together we'll keep shining, together we'll be alright. [solo Saxophone] [Fade to End][End] (Lyrics owned by me) (C)