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Row On [Al Otro Lado Del Rio]

from The Art Of Conversation by Leo Sidran

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Sometimes a song has the power to transcend its original context and take on a life of its own. “Al Otro Lado Del Rio,” written and performed by Jorge Drexler for the 2003 film The Motorcycle Diaries, has represented hope, solidarity and perseverance since it first appeared. Winner of the 2005 Academy Award for Best Original Song, it was also the first Spanish language composition to be nominated for song of the year, and it made history when it won; like the song itself, its composer and his co-producer, Leo Sidran, were underdogs. So for many reasons, “Al Otro Lado Del Rio” speaks of an optimism and determination to continue through adverse conditions.

Leo Sidran has now adapted the song into English, retitling it “Row On” (the literal translation of the original Spanish lyric “rema” is “row”). A Grammy winning composer himself, as well as a multi-instrumentalist and producer, Leo played virtually all the instruments on the recording and sang the main vocal. Then, when the physical distancing of Covid-19 quarantine became a reality, he invited collaborators from around the world to join him in singing the inspiring chorus. These 40 singers, musicians, producers, and friends filmed themselves at home and their heartfelt performances were woven into the song and the video.

Finally, Jorge Drexler himself contributed vocals, recorded from his home quarantine in Madrid.

Leo Sidran’s “Row On” breathes new life into this classic composition and contains the same beating heart as the original, a heart that speaks of determination and optimism in trying times.

lyrics

I dip my blade in the water
And hold on to both of our oars
I think that I see a light
Just on the other shore

Slowly but surely the night
Gives in to morning once more
I think that I see a light
Just on the other shore

After all, I believe
It’s not the time to give up
All these tears all these tears and I’m
Still an empty cup
I hear you whispering clear
Don't give up

Row on, row on
Row on

Down on this edge of the earth
what doesn’t kill you ignore
I think that I see a light
Just on the other shore

I row with all of my might
And smile down deep in my core
I think that I see a light
Just on the other shore

After all I believe
It’s not the time to give up
All these tears all these tears and I’m
Still an empty cup
I hear you whispering clear
Don't give up

Row on, row on
Row on

I dip my blade in the water
And hold on to both of our oars
I think that I see a light
Just on the other shore

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from The Art Of Conversation, track released May 8, 2020
ROW ON [Al Otro Lado Del Rio]
Leo Sidran featuring Jorge Drexler

With: Camille Bertault, Clare Burson, Carles Campi Campon, Javier Calequi, Victoria Canal, Louis Cato, Matias Cella, Clementine, Andre DeShields, Max Darmon, Robert DiPietro, Joy Dragland, Kurt Elling, Alan Hampton, Lauren Henderson, Morgan James, Kevin Johansen, Kassin, Ryan Keberle, Jo Lawry, Will Lee, Martin Leiton, Daniel Levitin, Antonio Lizana, Clare Manchon, Anya Marina, Moses Patrou, Javier Ruibal, Michael Sackler-Berner, Amanda Sidran, Ben Sidran, Sol Sidran, Becca Stevens, Gege Telesforo, Michael Thurber, Bo Vig, Butch Vig, Doug Wamble, Tim Whalen.

Written by Jorge Drexler
English adaptation by Leo Sidran

Produced and Recorded by Leo Sidran and Michael Sackler-Berner
Mixed by Leo Sidran and John Fields
Mastered by Greg Reierson
Video by Leo Sidran and Chris Stromquist
Jorge Drexler appears courtesy of Sony Music

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Leo Sidran Brooklyn, New York

“Vocally he suggests an amalgam of his father Ben with a hint of Donald Fagen. His fluid laidback style is reminiscent of Bob Dorough. Musically and lyrically his compositions are smart, sharp, and sparklingly original.”
— Jazz Times

I'm a multi instrumentalist musician, producer, arranger, composer, recording artist, and podcast host based in Brooklyn.

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