River " is a song by American rapper Eminem featuring guest vocals by English singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran . It is the fifth track from his ninth solo studio album '' Revival '' ( 2017 ) . The song was written by Mathers , Sheeran and Emile Haynie , and produced by Haynie . " River " was released to radio on December 15 , 2017 , in Italy , and in the UK on January 5 , 2018 , as the album 's second single . The music video received a nomination for Best Cinematography at the 2018 MTV Video Music Awards . " River " details the struggles of a failing relationship that culminates in an abortion
2018 MTV Video Music Awards
2018 MTV Video Music Awards
River (Eminem song)