East of the river
Wet Wet Wet · The Memphis Sessions [1988]
I see the sun in your eyes
Let me take your hand
And we'll go to wonderland
Bet you've asked silly questions
Like do I still love you
Better than eating, honey
Cos you're the girl from the east of the river
They all went mad on the way out west end
But we've all bet our bottom dollar
That my archfull flame
Will win you over
Cos I'm the lie
That tells the truth
Cos you're the girl from the east of the river
Where all the grass is greener
And out pockets
Are all paved with gold
Please turn to gold
Please return to old east of the river
But it won't work with nobody but you
Cos you're the girl from the east of the river
East of the river
East of the River stands as a notable track from Wet Wet Wet's early discography, appearing on the 1988 album The Memphis Sessions. Recorded during a pivotal period for the Scottish pop-rock band, the song captures the group's signature melodic sensibility before they achieved massive mainstream success with their later hits. The recording reflects the band's exploration of soulful arrangements and emotive vocal delivery that would come to define their sound throughout the late 1980s and early 1990s. As part of this foundational album, the track contributes to the band's broader catalogue of romantic ballads and upbeat pop numbers. It remains a testament to the group's ability to craft enduring melodies that resonate with listeners familiar with their extensive body of work.