Delta Blues - Damn That River Lyrics -Morgan Luna

Feel the raw power of the Delta Blues with “Damn That River” by Morgan Luna — a haunting, soulful journey through heartbreak, redemption, and the unrelenting flow of time. With deep, gritty vocals and slide guitar soaked in emotion, this track embodies the spirit of Mississippi blues and the timeless storytelling of the American South.

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🎸 Inspired by blues pioneers like Robert Johnson, Son House, and Muddy Waters, Morgan Luna brings the roots of Delta Blues into the modern age. “Damn That River” captures the sound of muddy waters, broken hearts, and the eternal rhythm that defines the blues.

Perfect for fans of acoustic blues, traditional Delta sounds, soulful southern storytelling, and authentic roots music.

LYRICS:

[Verse 1]
I built a toy boat for my little man
(Yeah, Lord, I did what I can)
He smiled so wide, said “Watch me, Dad”
(“Watch me, Dad,” that’s what he said)
But the river ran dark and deep that day
(Oh, the river don’t give, it just takes away)

[Chorus]
Damn that river… down where the cold winds moan
(Ain’t no preacher, can bring him home)
I sit by the water, call his name at dawn
(But the echo’s all I own)

[Verse 2]
His shoes still wait by the old porch rail
(Yeah, them little shoes, tell a tale)
Mama don’t speak, her eyes gone dry
(Too many tears done said goodbye)
The church bell tolled but it never did end
(Grief’s a road that just won’t bend)

[Chorus]
Damn that river… down where the cold winds moan
(Ain’t no preacher, can bring him home)
I sit by the water, call his name at dawn
(But the echo’s all I own)

[Bridge]
Some nights I swear I hear his tune
(Hummin’ low beneath the moon)
A ghost with a smile, a hand so small
Playin’ my guitar against the wall…

[Final Chorus]
Damn that river… took my joy, took my song
(Ain’t no light where the dark runs strong)
I play this blues ‘cause it’s all I got
And that river keeps rollin’…
(But my boy do not)

[Outro]
Now I sit by the water, talkin’ to the wind,
Ain’t no mercy, ain’t no mend.
Tears done dried, heart turned to stone,
That river keeps rollin’…
and I’m here alone.

(whispered, fading)
Damn that river…
…damn that river.

Delta Blues - Damn That River -Morgan Luna

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