Rooted by the River (Psalm 1) | Scripture Song with Didgeridoo

A Scripture song based on Psalm 1. This earthy, acoustic worship piece is built around a steady didgeridoo drone, gentle hand percussion, and fingerpicked guitar—creating a grounded, reflective space to meditate on God’s Word. The verses stay quiet and intimate, while the chorus opens into a declaration of rootedness, fruitfulness, and steady life in Him. Psalm 1 contrasts two ways of living: one that withers, and one that flourishes. This song lingers in the blessing of the one who is “like a tree planted by streams of water.” May this song help you slow down, listen, and become deeply rooted in what God has spoken. Image by Cexin Dinn https://unsplash.com/@mrding — Lyrics: [Verse 1] I won’t walk their crooked highway Won’t sit down where mockers scheme Feet step clear of shallow laughter Ears lean in to what You speak I chew on every word You whisper Daylight Midnight Slow and still Turn it over Turn it inward Let it shape my stubborn will [Chorus] I’m like a tree by the river Roots down deep where Your waters run Leaves stay green in the dry wind weather Fruit hangs heavy in the burning sun What You plant in me keeps growing Every season in its time I’m like a tree by the river And Your good hand’s on this life of mine [Verse 2] They chase dust that never settles Smoke that slips through open hands Faces fade like shifting shadows Empty plans on empty sand But You draw a holy border Round the ones who walk Your way You remember You are nearer Than the breath I breathe today [Chorus] I’m like a tree by the river Roots down deep where Your waters run Leaves stay green in the dry wind weather Fruit hangs heavy in the burning sun What You plant in me keeps growing Every season in its time I’m like a tree by the river And Your good hand’s on this life of mine [Bridge] [Didgeridoo swells Drums drop to a heartbeat pulse] Let the wicked wind pass over I will stand I will stand Let the shallow words roll past me I am held in Your hand (oh-oh) Let the river keep on singing Through my branches Through my bones If I’ve got You I’ve got shelter I am home I am home [Chorus] I’m like a tree by the river Roots down deep where Your waters run Leaves stay green in the dry wind weather Fruit hangs heavy in the burning sun What You plant in me keeps growing Every season in its time I’m like a tree by the river And Your good hand’s on this life of mine.