Speak Too Soon

Wild Rivers' song 'Speak Too Soon' delves into the complexities of new love and the uncertainties that come with it. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a passionate yet cautious romance, beginning with a serendipitous meeting on a summer day. The imagery of 'flying out of broken soil' suggests a sense of renewal or unexpected growth, setting the stage for a relationship that feels both fresh and fragile. The narrator is clearly smitten, as evidenced by the line 'Good God, I got it bad for you babe,' but there's an underlying tension about expressing these feelings too soon.

The chorus reveals the narrator's internal conflict: 'Guess I don’t know anything about it, Guess I thought you were preaching to an empty room.' This line suggests a fear of unreciprocated feelings or miscommunication. The narrator is hesitant to fully open up, worried that their emotions might not be returned or understood. This hesitation is encapsulated in the repeated line, 'And I’ll tell you how I feel but I don’t want to speak too soon,' highlighting the delicate balance between vulnerability and self-protection.

In the second verse, the narrator reflects on their own insecurities and fears, admitting, 'I’m afraid of getting rich just to find out it was fools gold in my pan.' This metaphor speaks to the fear of investing in something that ultimately proves worthless, a sentiment that extends to their romantic endeavors. The song closes with a hopeful yet uncertain note, 'So I just pray it’s all true,' capturing the universal longing for genuine connection and the hope that their feelings are mutual. Wild Rivers masterfully combines introspective lyrics with a soulful melody, creating a poignant exploration of love's early stages and the emotional risks involved.