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Misheard Lyrics -> Song -> R -> The River Is Wide
Misheard lyrics (also called mondegreens) occur when people misunderstand the lyrics in a song. These are NOT intentional rephrasing of lyrics, which is called parody. This page contains all the misheard lyrics for The River Is Wide that have been submitted to this site and the old collection from inthe80s started in 1996. For more information about the misheard lyrics available on this site, please read our FAQ.
The Kingston Trio's, "The River Is Wide"
Misheard Lyrics:
There'll be a boat that can carry toons
And both shall rule, my love and I.
or
There'll be a boat that can carry tools
And both shall rule, my love and I.
And both shall rule, my love and I.
or
There'll be a boat that can carry tools
And both shall rule, my love and I.
Original Lyrics:
Build me a boat that can carry two
And both shall row, my love and I.
And both shall row, my love and I.
The Kingston Trio's, "The River Is Wide"
Misheard Lyrics:
When love is young, then love is fine.
Just like a chimp when first it's new.
But love grows old and wax is cold.
Just like a chimp when first it's new.
But love grows old and wax is cold.
Original Lyrics:
When love is young, then love is fine.
Just like a gem when first it's new.
But love grows old and waxes cold.
Just like a gem when first it's new.
But love grows old and waxes cold.
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