Big River (Live at Winterland, SF, December 31, 1978) The Grateful Dead
"Big River" by The Grateful Dead, performed live at Winterland in 1978, is a #Rock song that explores themes of love, loss, and longing through a narrative of traveling along the Mississippi River. Its unique blend of country and blues influences, along with improvisational jamming, showcases the band's hallmark style. The song reflects the Americana spirit and has become a staple in their live performances, resonating with fans for its storytelling and emotional depth. Released in 1970, it remains a classic in the band's repertoire.
[Chorus]
Well, I taught that weeping willow how to cry cry cry
Taught the clouds how to cover up a clear blue sky
Tears I cried for that woman are going to flood you, big river
And I'm going to sit right here until I die
[Verse 1]
Well, I met her accidentally in St. Paul, Minnesota
She tore me up every time I heard her drawl, that Southern drawl
Well, I heard my dream went back downstream, cavorting in Davenport
And I follow you big river when you called
[Chorus]
Well, I taught that weeping willow how to cry cry cry
Taught the clouds how to cover up a clear blue sky
Tears I cried for that woman are going to flood you, big river
And I'm going to sit right here until I die
[Instrumental break]
[Verse 2]
Well, I followed her down to St. Louie, later on down the river
Trader said, "She's been here, but she's gone, boy, she's gone"
Well, I followed her down to Memphis
But she just walked off the bus
She raised a few eyebrows and she went on down alone
Well, I taught that weeping willow how to cry cry cry
Taught the clouds how to cover up a clear blue sky
Tears I cried for that woman are going to flood you, big river
And I'm going to sit right here until I die
[Verse 1]
Well, I met her accidentally in St. Paul, Minnesota
She tore me up every time I heard her drawl, that Southern drawl
Well, I heard my dream went back downstream, cavorting in Davenport
And I follow you big river when you called
[Chorus]
Well, I taught that weeping willow how to cry cry cry
Taught the clouds how to cover up a clear blue sky
Tears I cried for that woman are going to flood you, big river
And I'm going to sit right here until I die
[Instrumental break]
[Verse 2]
Well, I followed her down to St. Louie, later on down the river
Trader said, "She's been here, but she's gone, boy, she's gone"
Well, I followed her down to Memphis
But she just walked off the bus
She raised a few eyebrows and she went on down alone
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