(Verse 1)

At the river’s source, the light greets softly

Clear waters reflect heaven’s beauty

Nature’s allure soothes the peaceful soul

Every hope feels bright, every dream feels whole

(Pre-Chorus)

But the current carries a different tale

Leaving traces of emotions that prevail

(Chorus)

Upstream allure, downstream pain

Beauty meets sorrow along the chain

The journey isn’t always as it seems

But my heart still holds onto dreams

(Verse 2)

Along the flow, challenges arise

Sharp stones test every step I devise

Though I’m wounded, I keep moving on

For I know light will shine when the dark is gone

(Pre-Chorus)

Life is a blend of love and tears

Every current hides meaning through the years

(Chorus)

Upstream allure, downstream pain

Beauty meets sorrow along the chain

Yet within it lies a hidden lesson

Strengthening steps to keep us pressing

(Bridge)

Oh, river of life, guide me through

Though there’s pain, don’t let me lose

Every wound marks the start of healing

Every pain opens paths revealing

(Chorus - Variation)

Upstream allure, downstream pain

Beauty meets sorrow along the chain

But life itself is a precious gift

Teaching us to endure and uplift

(Outro)

At upstream allure, I found love’s embrace

At downstream pain, I found meaning’s grace

Though the journey has its twists and turns

I believe it’s all part of what we learn