Discover the story of the song > Walk on Water – Marc Cohn

The protagonist suggests going to the beach at low tide to walk on water under the stars with his partner. He talks about an old man who spends his days praying for a miracle, and says he doesn't need a miracle because he has his partner's love. However, he is willing to wait for a miracle, just not for his partner. The song ends with the protagonist repeating the idea of walking on water.