The friendliest rivers
I’ve ever met are the rivers of Africa
Breathtaking beauty against the background
of singing birds, cricking insects
and fresh running water.
Mysterious nymphs entice passer-byes
Hidden behind young trees
Lined in strict formation by your shore
And the sparkles of magic.
An army of mice forget their bravery
In the warm protection of your embrace
While my friends the snakes make their home in your shrubbery
And the beauty of your colors.
And the courage you showed
Saving my life from treacherous bullets
Foolish attackers ambushing me by your side
And the wonder of your force.
Rivers of Africa
Turning bright red with innocent blood
At the hands of a few misguided fools
Hungry for powers.
Rivers of Africa don’t let them take
Your soul away
Rivers of Africa
Your singing keeps us sane.
Breathtaking beauty against the background
of singing birds, cricking insects
and fresh running water.
Mysterious nymphs entice passer-byes
Hidden behind young trees
Lined in strict formation by your shore
And the sparkles of magic.
An army of mice forget their bravery
In the warm protection of your embrace
While my friends the snakes make their home in your shrubbery
And the beauty of your colors.
And the courage you showed
Saving my life from treacherous bullets
Foolish attackers ambushing me by your side
And the wonder of your force.
Rivers of Africa
Turning bright red with innocent blood
At the hands of a few misguided fools
Hungry for powers.
Rivers of Africa don’t let them take
Your soul away
Rivers of Africa
Your singing keeps us sane.
