Many Rivers To Cross — Jimmy Cliff

Many rivers to cross But I can't seem to find my way over Wandering I am lost As I travel along the white cliffs of dover

Many rivers to cross And it's only my will that keeps me alive I've been licked, washed up for years And I merely survive because of my pride

And this lonliness won't leave me alone It's such a drag to be on your own My woman left me and she didn't say why Well, I guess I'll have to cry

Many rivers to cross But just where to begin I'm playing for time There have been times I find myself Thinking of committing some dreadful crime

Yes I've got many rivers to cross But I can't seem to find my way over Wandering I am lost As I travel along the white cliffs of Dover

Yes I've got many rivers to cross And I merely survive because of my will ....

from 'Wonderful World, Beautiful People' (1970)