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I've Got a Robe

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #82 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: I've got a robe, you've got a robe Lyrics: 1 I've got a robe, you've got a robe, All of God's children got a robe. When I get to heav'n goin' to put on my robe, Goin' to shout all over God's heav'n, Heav'n, heav'n. Ev'rybody talkin' 'bout heav'n ain't goin' there, Heav'n, heav'n, Goin' to shout all over God's heav'n. 2 I've got shoes, you've got shoes, All of God's children got shoes. When I get to heav'n goin' to put on my shoes, Goin' to walk all over God's heav'n, Heav'n, heav'n. Ev'rybody talkin' 'bout heav'n ain't goin' there, Heav'n, heav'n, Goin' to walk all over God's heav'n. 3 I've got wings, you've got wings, All of God's children got wings. When I get to heav'n goin' to put on my wings, Goin' to fly all over God's heav'n, Heav'n, heav'n. Ev'rybody talkin' 'bout heav'n ain't goin' there, Heav'n, heav'n, Goin' to fly all over God's heaven. 4 I've got a crown, you've got a crown, All of God's children got a crown. When I get to heaven goin' to put on my crown, Goin' to shout all over God's heav'n, Heav'n, heav'n. Ev'rybody talkin' 'bout heav'n ain't goin' there, Heav'n, heav'n, Goin' to shout all over God's heav'n. 5 I've got a harp, you've got a harp, All of God's children got a harp. When I get to heav'n goin' to put on my harp, Goin' to play all over God's heav'n, Heav'n, heav'n. Ev'rybody talkin' 'bout heav'n ain't goin' there, Heav'n, heav'n, Goin' to play all over God's heav'n. 6 I've got a song, you've got a song, All of God's children got a song. When I get to heav'n goin' to put on my song, Goin' to sing all over God's heav'n, Heav'n, heav'n. Ev'rybody talkin' 'bout heav'n ain't goin' there, Heav'n, heav'n, Goin' to sing all over God's heav'n. 7 I've got a prayer, you've got a prayer, All of God's children got a prayer. When I get to heaven goin' to put on my prayer, Goin' to pray all over God's heav'n, Heav'n, heav'n. Ev'rybody talking 'bout heav'n ain't goin' there, Heav'n, heav'n, Goin' to pray all over God's heav'n. Heav'n - Goin' to shout all over God's heav'n. Languages: English Tune Title: [I've got a robe, you've got a robe]

Balm in Gilead

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #123 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: Sometimes I feel discouraged Refrain First Line: There is a balm in Gilead Lyrics: Refrain: There is a balm in Gilead, to make the wounded whole, There is a balm in Gilead to heal the sin-sick soul. There is a balm in Gilead, to make the wounded whole, There is a balm in Gilead to heal the sin-sick soul. 1 Sometimes I feel discouraged, And think my work’s in vain, But then the Holy Spirit Revives my soul again. [Refrain] 2 Don’t ever feel discouraged, For Jesus is your friend, And if you look for knowledge, He’ll ne'er refuse to lend. [Refrain] 3 If you cannot preach like Peter, If you cannot pray like Paul, you can tell the love of Jesus, And say, “He died for all.” [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: [Sometimes I feel discouraged]

Lord, I Want to Be a Christian

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #76 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: Lord, I want to be a Christian in my heart, in my heart Lyrics: 1 Lord, I want to be a Christian in my heart, in my heart, Lord, I want to be a Christian in my heart -- In my heart, In my heart, Lord, I want to be a Christian in my heart. 2 Lord, I want to be more loving in my heart, in my heart, Lord, I want to be more loving in my heart -- In my heart, In my heart, Lord, I want to be more loving in my heart. 3 Lord, I want to be more holy in my heart, in my heart, Lord, I want to be more holy in my heart -- In my heart, In my heart, Lord, I want to be more holy in my heart. 4 Lord, I want to be like Jesus in my heart, in my heart, Lord, I want to be like Jesus in my heart -- In my heart, In my heart, Lord, I want to be like Jesus in my heart. Languages: English Tune Title: [Lord, I want to be a Christian in my heart, in my heart]

Rise an' Shine

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #79 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: Jesus carry de young lambs in his bosom, bosom Refrain First Line: Oh rise an' shine an' give God do glory, glory Lyrics: Refrain: Oh, rise an' shine an' give God de glory, glory, Rise an' shine, an' give God de glory, glory, Rise an' shine, an' give God de glory, glory, For de year ob Juberlee. 1 Jesus carry de young lambs in his bosom, bosom, Carry de young lambs in his bosom, bosom, Carry de young lambs in his bosom, bosom, For de year ob Juberlee. Jesus lead de ole sheep by still waters, waters, Lead de ole sheep by still waters, waters, Lead de ole sheep by still waters, waters, For de year ob Juberlee. [Refrain] 2 Oh, come on, mourners, get you ready, ready, Come on, mourners get you ready, ready, Come on, mourners get you ready, ready, For de year ob Juberlee; You may keep your lamps trimmed an' burning, burning, Keep your lamps trimmed an' burning, burning, Keep your lamps trimmed an' burning, burning, For de year ob Juberlee. [Refrain] 3 Oh, come on, children, don't be weary, weary, Come on, children, don't be weary, weary, Come on, children, dont' be weary, weary, For de year ob Juberlee; Oh, don't you hear dem bells a-ringin', ringin', Don't you hear dem bells a-ringin', ringin', Don't you hear dem bells a-ringin', ringin', For de year ob Juberlee? [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: [Jesus carry de young lambs in his bosom, bosom]

Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Chile

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #83 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs Lyrics: 1 Sometimes I feel like a motherless chile, Sometimes I feel like a motherless chile, Sometimes I feel like a motherless chile, A long ways from home, A long ways from home. Then I get down on my knees an' pray, Get down on my knees an' pray. 2 Sometimes I feel like I’m almos' gone, Sometimes I feel like I’m almos' gone, Sometimes I feel like I’m almos' gone, A long ways from home, A long ways from home. Then I get down on my knees an' pray, Get down on my knees an' pray. Languages: English Tune Title: [Sometimes I feel like a motherless chile]

Ezek'el Saw de Wheel

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #84 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: Better min', my sister, how you walk on de cross Lyrics: Refrain: Ezek’el saw de wheel ’Way up in de middle o’ de air, Ezek’el saw de wheel ’Way in de middle o’ de air. De big wheel run by faith, De little wheel run by de Grace o’ God, A wheel in a wheel ’Way in de middle o’ de air. 1 Better min', my sister, how you walk on de cross, ’Way in de middle o’ de air, Yo' foot might slip an’ yo' soul be los'. ’Way in de middle o’ de air. [Refrain] 2 Let me tell you, brother, what a hypocrite will do, ’Way in de middle o’ de air, He’ll low-rate you an’ he’ll low-rate me. ’Way in de middle o’ de air. [Refrain] 3 Ol' Satan wears a clubfoot shoe, ’Way in de middle o’ de air, If you don' min', he'll slip it on you. ’Way in de middle o’ de air. [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: [Better min', my sister, how you walk on de cross]

Calvary

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #87 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: Ev'ry time I think about Jesus Refrain First Line: Calvary, Calvary Lyrics: Refrain: Calvary, Calvary, Calvary, Calvary, Calvary, Calvary, Surely He died on Calvary. 1 Ev'ry time I think about Jesus, Ev'ry time I think about Jesus, Ev'ry time I think about Jesus, Surely He died on Calvary. [Refrain] 2 Don't you hear the hammer ringing? Don't you hear the hammer ringing? Don't you hear the hammer ringing? Surely He died on Calvary. [Refrain] 3 Don't you hear Him calling His Father? Don't you hear Him calling His Father? Don't you hear Him calling His Father? Surely He died on Calvary. [Refrain] 4 Don't you hear Him say, "It is finished?" Don't you hear Him say, "It is finished?" Don't you hear Him say, "It is finished?" Surely He died on Calvary. [Refrain] 5 Jesus furnished my salvation. Jesus furnished my salvation. Jesus furnished my salvation. Surely He died on Calvary. [Refrain] 6 Sinner, do you love my Jesus? Sinner, do you love my Jesus? Sinner, do you love my Jesus? Surely He died on Calvary. [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: [Ev'ry time I think about Jesus]

Let Us Break Bread Together

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #88 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: Let us break bread together on our knees Lyrics: 1 Let us break bread together on our knees; Let us break bread together on our knees. When I fall on my knees, with my face to the rising sun, Oh, Lord, have mercy on me. 2 Let us drink wine together on our knees; Let us drink wine together on our knees. When I fall on my knees, with my face to the rising sun, Oh, Lord, have mercy on me. 3 Let us praise God together on our knees; Let us praise God together on our knees. When I fall on my knees, with my face to the rising sun, Oh, Lord, have mercy on me. Languages: English Tune Title: [Let us break bread together on our knees]

There's a Meeting Here Tonight

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #91 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: Camp-meeting down in the wilderness Refrain First Line: Get you ready, there's a meeting here tonight Lyrics: Get you ready, there's a meeting here tonight, Come along, there's a meeting here tonight; I know you by your daily walk. There's a meeting here tonight. 1 Camp-meeting down in the wilderness, There's a meeting here tonight; I know it's among the Methodes', There's a meeting here tonight. [Refrain] 2 My father says it is the bes', There's a meeting here tonight; To live an' die a Methodes', There's a meeting here tonight. [Refrain] 3 There's fire in the eas', there's fire in the wes', There's a meeting here tonight; I know it's among the Methodes', There's a meeting here tonight. [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: [Camp-meeting down in the wilderness]

Freedom Train a-Comin'

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #92 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: Hear that-a freedom train a-coming, coming, coming Lyrics: 1 Hear that a- freedom train a-coming, coming, coming, Hear that freedom train a coming, coming, coming, Hear that freedom train a-coming, coming, coming, Get on board, oh, oh, get on board. 2 It'll be carryin' nothing but freedom, freedom, freedom, It'll be carryin' nothing but freedom, freedom, freedom, It'll be carryin' nothing but freedom, freedom, freedom, Get on board, oh, oh, get on board. 3 They'll be comin' by the thousand, thousand, thousand, They'll be comin' by the thousand, thousand, thousand, They'll be comin' by the thousand, thousand, thousand, Get on board, oh, oh, get on board. 4 It'll be carryin' freedom fighters, fighters, fighters, It'll be carryin' freedom fighters, fighters, fighters, It'll be carryin' freedom fighters, fighters, fighters, Get on board, oh, oh, get on board. 5 It'll be carryin' registered voters, voters, voters, It'll be carryin' registered voters, voters, voters, It'll be carryin' registered voters, voters, voters, Get on board, oh, oh, get on board. 5 It'll be rollin' through Mississippi, Mississippi, Mississippi, It'll be rollin' through Mississippi, Mississippi, Mississippi, It'll be rollin' through Mississippi, Mississippi, Mississippi, Get on board, oh, oh, get on board. Languages: English Tune Title: [Hear that-a freedom train a-coming, coming, coming]

Little David, Play on Your Harp

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #94 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: Little David was a shepherd boy Lyrics: Refrain: Little David, play on your harp, Hallelu! Hallelu! Little David, play on your harp, Hallelu! Little David, play on your harp, Hallelu! Hallelu! Little David, play on your harp, Hallelu! 1 Little David was a shepherd boy, He killed Goliath and shouted for joy. [Refrain] 2 Joshua was the son of Nun, He never would quit till the work was done [Refrain] 3 Done told you once, done told you twice, There're sinners in hell for shooting dice. [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: [Little David was a shepherd boy]

I Want Jesus to Walk with Me

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #95 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs Lyrics: 1 I want Jesus to walk with me; I want Jesus to walk with me; All along my pilgrim journey, Lord, I want Jesus to walk with me. 2 In my trials, Lord, walk with me; In my trials, Lord, walk with me; When my heart is almost breaking, Lord, I want Jesus to walk with me. 3 When I’m in trouble, Lord, walk with me; When I’m in trouble, Lord, walk with me; When my head is bowed in sorrow, Lord, I want Jesus to walk with me. Languages: English Tune Title: [I want Jesus to walk with me]

Peter, Go Ring Them Bells

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #97 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: I wonder where my mother is gone Refrain First Line: Oh, Peter, go ring them bells Lyrics: Refrain: Oh, Peter, go ring them bells, Peter, go ring them bells, Peter, go ring them bells, I heard from heaven today. I heard from heaven today, I heard from heaven today, I thank God, and I thank you, too. I heard from heaven today. 1 I wonder where my mother is gone, I wonder where my mother is gone, I wonder where my mother is gone, I heard from heaven today. [Refrain] 2 I wonder where sister Mary's gone - I wonder where sister Mary's gone - I wonder where sister Mary's gone - I heard from heaven today; Oh, Peter, go ring them bells, Peter, go ring them bells, Peter, go ring them bells, I heard from heaven today. I heard from heaven today, I heard from heaven today, It's good news, and I thank you, too. I heard from heaven today. 3 I wonder where sister Martha's gone - I wonder where sister Martha's gone - I wonder where sister Martha's gone - I heard from heaven today; Oh, Peter, go ring them bells, Peter, go ring them bells, Peter, go ring them bells, I heard from heaven today. I heard from heaven today, I heard from heaven today, It's good news, and I thank you, too. I heard from heaven today. 4 I wonder where brother Moses is gone - I wonder where brother Moses is gone - I wonder where brother Moses is gone - I heard from heaven today; Oh, Peter, go ring them bells, Peter, go ring them bells, Peter, go ring them bells, I heard from heaven today. I heard from heaven today, I heard from heaven today, He's gone where Elijah has gone, I heard from heaven today. 5 I wonder where brother Daniel's gone - I wonder where brother Daniel's gone - I wonder where brother Daniel's gone - I heard from heaven today; Oh, Peter, go ring them bells, Peter, go ring them bells, Peter, go ring them bells, I heard from heaven today. I heard from heaven today, I heard from heaven today, He's gone where Elijah has gone, I heard from heaven today. Languages: English Tune Title: [I wonder where my mother is gone]

Glory, Glory, Hallelujah

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #98 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: Glory, glory, hallelujah! Lyrics: 1 Glory, glory, hallelujah! Since I laid my burden down, Glory, glory, hallelujah! Since I laid my burden down. 2 I feel better, so much better, Since I laid my burden down, I feel better, so much better, Since I laid my burden down. 3 Feel like shouting, "Hallelujah!" Since I laid my burden down, Feel like shouting, "Hallelujah!" Since I laid my burden down. 4 I am climbing Jacob’s ladder, Since I laid my burden down, I am climbing Jacob’s ladder, Since I laid my burdens down. 5 Ev'ry round goes higher and higher, Since I laid my burden down, Ev'ry round goes higher and higher, Since I laid my burden down. Languages: English Tune Title: [Glory, glory, hallelujah!]

He Nevuh Said a Mumbalin' Word

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #101 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: They crucified my Lord Lyrics: 1 They crucified my Lord, An' He nevuh said a mumbalin’ word, They crucified my Lord, An' He nevuh said a mumbalin’ word, Not a word, not a word, not a word. 2 They nailed Him to the tree, An' He nevuh said a mumbalin’ word, They nailed Him to the tree, An' He nevuh said a mumbalin’ word, Not a word, not a word, not a word. 3 They pierced Him in the side, An' He nevuh said a mumbalin’ word, They pierced Him in the side, An' He nevuh said a mumbalin’ word, Not a word, not a word, not a word. 4 The blood came streamin' down, An' He nevuh said a mumbalin’ word, The blood came streamin' down, An' He nevuh said a mumbalin’ word, Not a word, not a word, not a word. 5 He hung His head and died, An' He nevuh said a mumbalin’ word, He hung His head and died, An' He nevuh said a mumbling' word, Not a word, not a word, not a word. Languages: English Tune Title: [They crucified my Lord]

Oh, Freedom

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #102 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: Oh, freedom! Oh, freedom! Lyrics: 1 Oh, freedom! Oh, freedom! Oh, freedom over me! When I am free! An' befo' I'd be a slave, I'll be buried in my grave, An' go home to my Lord an' be free. 2 No mo' moanin', no mo' moanin', no mo' moanin' over me! An' befo' I'd be a slave, I'll be buried in my grave, An' go home to my Lord an' be free. 3 No mo' weepin', no mo' weepin', no mo' weepin' over me! An' befo' I'd be a slave, I'll be buried in my grave, An' go home to my Lord an' be free. 4 There'll be singin', there'll be singin', there'll be singin' over me! An' befo' I'd be a slave, I'll be buried in my grave, An' go home to my Lord an' be free. 5 There'll be shoutin', there'll be shoutin', there'll be shoutin' over me! An' befo' I'd be a slave, I'll be buried in my grave, An' go home to my Lord an' be free. 6 There'll be prayin', there'll be prayin', there'll be prayin' over me! An' befo' I'd be a slave, I'll be buried in my grave, An' go home to my Lord an' be free. Languages: English Tune Title: [Oh freedom! Oh, freedom!]

Hard Trials

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #107 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: The foxes, they have holes in the ground Refrain First Line: Now ain't them hard trials Lyrics: 1 The foxes, they have holes in the ground, The birds have nests in the air, The Christians have a hiding place, But sinners ain't got nowhere. Refrain: Now ain't them hard trials, great tribulations? Ain't them hard trials? I'm bound to leave this land. 2 Oh, Methodist, Methodist is my name, Methodist till I die, Been baptized on the Methodist side, And a Methodist will I die. [Refrain] 3 Oh, Baptist, Baptist is my name, Baptist till I die, Been baptized on the Baptist side, And a Baptist will I die. [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: [The foxes, they have holes in the ground]

Jubilee

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #109 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: Jubilee, Jubilee Lyrics: Jubilee, Jubilee, O Lordy, Jubilee, Jubilee, My Lord, Jubilee 1 What is the matter, the church won't shout? O Lordy. Somebody in there that ought-a be out! My Lord, Jubilee. 2 What is the matter with the mourner? O Lordy. The devil's in the "amen corner"! My Lord, Jubilee. 2 What is the matter, the church won't move? O Lordy. Somebody in there that's carryin' bad news! My Lord, Jubilee. Languages: English Tune Title: [Jubilee, Jubilee]

Standin' in the Need of Prayer

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #110 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: Not my brother, nor my sister, but it's me, O Lord Refrain First Line: It's me, it's me, O Lord Lyrics: 1 Not my brother, nor my sister, but it's me, O Lord, Standin' in the need of prayer; Not my brother, nor my sister, but it's me, O Lord, Standin' in the need of prayer. Refrain: It's me, it's me, O Lord, Standin' in the need of prayer; It's me, it's me, O Lord, Standin' in the need of prayer. 2 Not the preacher, nor the deacon, but it's me, O Lord, Standin' in the need of prayer; Not the preacher, nor the deacon, but it's me, O Lord, Standin' in the need of prayer. [Refrain] 3 Not my father, nor my mother, but it's me, O Lord, Standin' in the need of prayer; Not my father, nor my mother, but it's me, O Lord, Standin' in the need of prayer. [Refrain] 4 Not the stranger, nor my neighbor, but it's me, O Lord, Standin' in the need of prayer; Not the stranger, nor my neighbor, but it's me, O Lord, Standin' in the need of prayer. [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: [Not my brother, nor my sister, but it's me, O Lord]

Trampin'

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #111 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: I've never been to Heaven, but I've been tol' Refrain First Line: I'm trampin', trampin' Lyrics: Refrain: I'm trampin', trampin', Try'n' to make Heaven ma home. I'm trampin', trampin', Try'n' to make Heaven ma home, Hallelujah, I'm a-trampin', trampin', Try'n' to make Heaven ma home. I'm trampin', trampin', Try'n' to make Heaven ma home. 1 I've never been to Heaven, but I've been tol' Try'n' to make Heaven ma home. Dat de streets up dere are paved wid gol'. Try'n' to make Heaven ma home. [Refrain] 2 If you git dere befo' I do Try'n' to make Heaven ma home. Tell all ma friends I'm coming too. Try'n' to make Heaven ma home. [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: [I've never been to Heaven, but I've been tol']

De Ol' Ark's a-Moverin'

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #113 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: See dat sistuh dressed so fine? Refrain First Line: Oh, de ol' ark's a-moverin', amoverin', a moverin' Lyrics: Refrain: Oh, de ol' ark's a-moverin', a-moverin', a-moverin', De ol' ark's a-moverin' an' I'm a-goin' home. Oh, de ol' ark's a-moverin', a-moverin', a-moverin', De ol' ark's a-moverin' an' I'm a-goin' home. 1 See dat sistuh dressed so fine? She ain't got religion on-a her min'. [Refrain] 2 See dat brudder dressed so gay? Satan goin' come an' carry him away. [Refrain] 3 Ol' ark she reel, Ol' ark rock, Ol' ark landed on de mountain-top. [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: [See dat sistuh dressed so fine?]

Ain't Dat Good News?

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #114 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: Got a crown up in de Kingdom Refrain First Line: I'm a-goin' to lay down dis world Lyrics: 1 Got a crown up in de Kingdom, ain't dat good news? Got a crown up in de Kingdom, ain't dat good news? Refrain: I'm a-goin' to lay down dis world, Goin' to shoulder up mah cross, Goin' to take it home to Jesus, ain't dat good news? 2 Got a harp up in de Kingdom, ain't dat good news? Got a harp up in de Kingdom, ain't dat good news? [Refrain] 3 Got a robe up in de Kingdom, ain't dat good news? Got a robe up in de Kingdom, ain't dat good news? [Refrain] 4 Got a slippers in de Kingdom, ain't dat good news? Got a slippers in de Kingdom, ain't dat good news? [Refrain] 5 Got a Savior in de Kingdom, ain't dat good news? Got a Savior in de Kingdom, ain't dat good news? [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: [Got a crown up in de Kingdom]

De Gospel Train

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #116 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: De Gospel train's a-comin' Refrain First Line: Git on board, little children Lyrics: Refrain: Git on board, little children, Git on board, little children, Git on board, little children, Dere's room for many a mo'. 1 De Gospel train's a-comin', I hear it jus' at han', I hear de car wheels rumblin', An' rollin' thro' de lan'. [Refrain] 2 I hear de train a-comin', She's comin' roun' de curve, She's loosened all her steam an' brakes, An' stainin' eb'ry nerve. [Refrain] 3 De fare is cheap an' all can go, De rich an' poor are dere, No second class aboard dis train, No diff'rence in de fare. [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: [De Gospel train's a-comin']

Changed Mah Name

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #118 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: Ah tol' Jesus it would be all right Lyrics: 1 Ah tol' Jesus it would be all right, if He changed mah name. Ah tol' Jesus it would be all right if He changed mah name. Ah tol' Jesus it would be all right, if He changed mah name. 2 Jesus tol' me ah would have to live humble, if He changed mah name. Jesus tol' me ah would have to live humble if He changed mah name. Jesus tol' me ah would have to live humble if He changed mah name. 3 Jesus tol' me that the world would be 'gainst me, if He changed mah name. Jesus tol' me the world would be 'gainst me if He changed mah name. Jesus tol' me that the world would be 'gainst me if He changed mah name. 4 But ah tol' Jesus It would be all right if He changed mah name. But ah tol' Jesus it would be all right if He changed mah name. But ah tol' Jesus it would be all right, if He changed mah name. Languages: English Tune Title: [Ah tol' Jesus it would be all right]

Do, Lord, Remember Me

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #119 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: Do, Lord, do Lord, Lord, remember me Lyrics: 1 Do, Lord, do, Lord, Lord, remember me, Do, Lord do, Lord, Lord, remember me, Do, Lord, do, Lord, Lord, remember me, Do, Lord, remember me. 2 When I'm in trouble, Lord, remember me. When I'm in trouble, Lord, remember me. When I'm in trouble, Lord, remember me. Do, Lord, remember me. 3 When I'm dyin', Lord, remember me. When I'm dyin', Lord, remember me. When I'm dyin', Lord, remember me. Do, Lord, remember me. 4 When this world's on fire, Lord, remember me. When this world's on fire, Lord, remember me. When this world's on fire, Lord, remember me. Do, Lord, remember me. Languages: English Tune Title: [Do, Lord, do Lord, Lord, remember me]

Ev'ry Time I Feel the Spirit

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #121 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: Upon the mountain my Lord spoke Lyrics: Refrain: Ev'ry time I feel the Spirit moving in my heart, I will pray. Ev'ry time I feel the Spirit moving in my heart, I will pray. 1 Upon the mountain my Lord spoke, Out His mouth came fire and smoke. All around me looks so shine, Ask my Lord if all was mine. [Refrain] 2 Jordan River is chilly and cold, Chills the body but not the soul. Ain't but one train on dis track, Runs to heaven and right back. [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: [Upon the mountain my Lord spoke]

Fix Me, Jesus

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #122 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: Fix me for my long white robe Refrain First Line: Oh, fix me Lyrics: Refrain: Oh, fix me; Oh, fix me; Oh, fix me; fix me, Jesus, fix me. 1 Fix me for my long white robe Fix me, Jesus, fix me. Fix me for my starry crown. Fix me, Jesus, fix me. [Refrain] 2 Fix me for my journey home Fix me, Jesus, fix me. Fix me for my dying bed. Fix me, Jesus, fix me. [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: [Fix me for my long white robe]

You'd better Min'

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #125 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: You'd better min' how you talk Lyrics: 1 You'd better min' how you talk, you'd better min' what you talkin' about, You got to give account in de Judgment, you'd better min'. You'd better min', you'd better min', you got to give account in de Judgment, you'd better min'. 2 You'd better min' how you sing, you'd better min' what you singin' about, You got to give account in de Judgment, you'd better min'. You'd better min', you'd better min', you got to give account in de Judgment, you'd better min'. 3 You'd better min' how you shout, you'd better min' what you shoutin' about, You got to give account in de Judgment, you'd better min'. You'd better min', you'd better min', you got to give account in de Judgment, you'd better min'. Languages: English Tune Title: [You'd better min' how you talk]

We Shall Overcome

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #127 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs Lyrics: 1 We shall overcome, We shall overcome, We shall overcome someday. Refrain: Oh, If in our hearts we do believe, We shall overcome someday. 2 We’ll walk hand in hand, We’ll walk hand in hand, We’ll walk hand in hand someday. [Refrain] 3 We shall all have peace, We shall all have peace, We shall all have peace someday. [Refrain] 4 We are not afraid, We are not afraid, We are not afraid today. [Refrain] 5 God is on our side, God is on our side, God is on our side today. [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: [We shall overcome]

You Hear the Lambs a-Cryin'

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #128 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: My Savior spoke these words so sweet Lyrics: Refrain: You hear the lambs a-cryin’, hear the lambs a cryin’, hear the lambs a-cryin,’ O Shepherd, feed my sheep. You hear the lambs a-cryin’, hear the lambs a cryin’, hear the lambs a-cryin’, O Shepherd, feed my sheep. 1 My Savior spoke these words so sweet, O Shepherd, feed my sheep, sayin’, "Peter, if you love me, feed my sheep.” O Shepherd, feed my sheep. [Refrain] 2 O Lord, I love Thee, Thou dost know; O Shepherd, feed my sheep. O give me grace to love Thee more. O Shepherd, feed my sheep. [Refrain] 3 Wasn’t that an awful shame? O Shepherd, feed my sheep. He hung three hours in mortal pain. O Shepherd, feed my sheep. [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: [My Savior spoke these words so sweet]

Tryin' to Get Home

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #130 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: Lord, I'm bearin' heavy burdens Lyrics: 1 Lord, I'm bearin' heavy burdens, Tryin' to get home; Lord, I'm bearin' heavy burdens, Tryin' to get home; Lord, I'm bearin' heavy burdens, Lord, I'm bearin' heavy burdens, Lord, I'm bearin' heavy burdens, Tryin' to get home. 2 Lord, I'm climbin' high mountains, Tryin' to get home; Lord, I'm climbin' high mountains, Tryin' to get home; Lord, I'm climbin' high mountains, Lord, I'm climbin' high mountains, Lord, I'm climbin' high mountains, Tryin' to get home. 3 Lord, I'm standin' hard trials, Tryin' to get home; Lord, I'm standin' hard trials, Tryin' to get home; Lord, I'm standin' hard trials, Lord, I'm standin' hard trials, Lord, I'm standin' hard trials, Tryin' to get home. Languages: English Tune Title: [Lord, I'm bearin' heavy burdens]

'Tis the Old Ship of Zion

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #131 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: It has landed many a thousand Lyrics: Refrain: 'Tis the old ship of Zion, 'Tis the old ship of Zion, 'Tis the old ship of Zion, Git on board, git on board. 1 It has landed many a thousand, It has landed many a thousand, It has landed many a thousand, Git on board, Git on board. [Refrain] 2 Ain't no danger in de water, Ain't no danger in de water, Ain't no danger in de water, Git on board, Git on board. [Refrain] 3 It was good for my dear mother, It was good for my dear mother, It was good for my dear mother, Git on board, Git on board. [Refrain] 4 It was good for my dear father, It was good for my dear father, It was good for my dear father, Git on board, Git on board. [Refrain] 5 It will take you home to Glory, It will take you home to Glory, It will take you home to Glory, Git on board, Git on board. [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: [It has landed many a thousand]

The Time For Praying

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #133 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: The time for praying won't be long Lyrics: 1 The time for praying won't be long, The time for praying won't be long, The time for praying won't be long, Go, shepherd, feed my sheep. 2 The time for singing won't be long, The time for singing won't be long, The time for singing won't be long, Go, shepherd, feed my sheep. Languages: English Tune Title: [The time for praying won't be long]

Steal Away

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #134 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: My Lord calls me Refrain First Line: Steal away, steal away Lyrics: Refrain: Steal away, steal away, steal away to Jesus! Steal away, steal away home, I ain't got long to stay here! 1 My Lord calls me, He calls me by the thunder; The trumpet sounds within-a my soul, I ain't got long to stay here. [Refrain] 2 Green trees are bending, Poor sinner stands a-trembling; The trumpet sounds within-a my soul, I ain't got long to stay here. [Refrain] 3 Tombstones are bursting, Poor sinner stands a-trembling; The trumpet sounds within-a my soul, I ain't got long to stay here. [Refrain] 4 My Lord calls me, He calls me by the lightning, The trumpet sounds within-a my soul, I ain't got long to stay here. [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: [My Lord calls me]

City Called Heaven

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #135 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: I am a poor pilgrim of sorrow Lyrics: 1 I am a poor pilgrim of sorrow, I'm tossed in this wide world alone, No hope have I for tomorrow, I've started to make heav'n my home. Sometimes I am tossed and driven, Lord, Sometimes I don't know where to roam, I've heard of a city called heaven, I've started to make it my home. 2 My mother has reached that pure glory, My father's still walkin' in sin, My brothers and sisters won't own me, Because I am tryin' to get in. Sometimes I am tossed and driven, Lord, Sometimes I don't know where to roam, I've heard of a city called heaven, I've started to make it my home. Languages: English Tune Title: [I am a poor pilgrim of sorrow]

Come Out de Wilderness

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #136 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: Tell me, how did you feel when you come out de wilderness Refrain First Line: I'm a leaning on de Lord Lyrics: 1 Tell me, how did you feel when you come out de wilderness, come out de wilderness, come out de wilderness? How did you feel when you come out de wilderness? Leaning on de Lord. Refrain: Leaning on de Lord, I'm a leaning on de Lord, I'm a leaning on de Lord, I'm a leaning on de Lord, Who died on Calvary. 2 Well, I loved ev'rybody when I come out de wilderness, come out de wilderness, come out de wilderness? Loved ev'rybody when I come out de wilderness? Leaning on de Lord? [Refrain] 3 Well, my soul was so happy when I come out de wilderness, come out de wilderness, come out de wilderness? Soul was so happy when I come out de wilderness? Leaning on de Lord? [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: [Tell me, how did you feel when you come out de wilderness]

God Is a God

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #140 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: He made the sun to shine by day Refrain First Line: God is a God! Lyrics: Refrain: God is a God! God don't never change! God is a God An' He always will be God! 1 He made the sun to shine by day, He made the sun to show the way, He made the stars to show their light, He made the moon to shine by night, sayin' [Refrain] 2 The earth his footstool an' heav'n his throne, The whole creation all His own, His love an' power will prevail, His promises will never fail, sayin' [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: [He made the sun to shine by day]

Great Day

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #142 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: Chariot rode on the mountain-top Refrain First Line: Great day! Great day Lyrics: Refrain: Great day! Great day, the righteous marching. Great day. God’s going to build up Zion’s walls, Great day! Great day, the righteous marching. Great day, God’s going to build up Zion’s walls. 1 Chariot rode on the mountaintop, God’s going to build up Zion’s walls! My God spoke and the chariot did stop, God’s going to build up Zion’s walls! [Refrain] 2 This is the day of jubilee, God’s going to build up Zion’s walls! The Lord has set His people free, God’s going to build up Zion’s walls! [Refrain] 3 We want no cowards in our band, God’s going to build up Zion’s walls! We call for valiant hearted men, God’s going to build up Zion’s walls! [Refrain] 4 Going to take my breastplate, sword, and shield, God’s going to build up Zion’s walls! And march out boldly in the field, God’s going to build up Zion’s walls! [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: [Chariot rode on the mountain-top]

I've Been 'Buked

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #143 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: I've been 'buked an' I've been scorned Lyrics: 1 I’ve been ’buked an’ I’ve been scorned, I’ve been ’buked an’ I’ve been scorned, children. I’ve been ’buked an’ I’ve been scorned, I’ve been talked about sho’s you’ born. 2 Dere is trouble all over dis worl’, Dere is trouble all over dis worl’, children. Dere is trouble all over dis worl’, Dere is trouble all over dis worl’. 3 Ain’ gwine lay my ’ligion down, Ain’ gwine lay my ’ligion down, children. Ain’ gwine lay my ’ligion down, Ain’ gwine lay my ’ligion down. Languages: English Tune Title: [I've been 'buked an' I've been scorned]

I Been in de Storm So Long

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #144 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: Oh, let me tell you, Mother Lyrics: Refrain: I been in de storm so long, I been in de storm so long, chillun, I been in de storm so long, Oh, gimme little time to pray. I been in de storm so long, I been in de storm so long, chillun, I been in de storm so long, Oh, gimme little time to pray. 1 Oh, let me tell you, Mother, how I come 'long, Oh, gimme little time to pray, With a hung down head and a achin' heart, Oh, gimme little time to pray. 'Cause I [Refrain] 2 Now when I get to Heaven I'll take my seat, Oh, gimme little time to pray, An-a cast my crown at my Jesus' feet, Oh, gimme little time to pray. 'Cause I [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: [Oh, let me tell you, Mother]

My Lord! What a Mourning

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #145 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: You'll hear the trumpet sound Lyrics: Refrain: My Lord! what a mourning, my Lord! what a mourning, Yes, My Lord! what a mourning, when the stars begin to fall. 1 You'll hear the trumpet sound to wake the nations underground looking to my God’s right hand When the stars begin to fall. [Refrain] 2 You'll hear the sinner cry to wake the nations underground looking to my God’s right hand When the stars begin to fall. [Refrain] 3 You'll hear the Christian shout to wake the nations underground looking to my God’s right hand When the stars begin to fall. [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: [You'll hear the trumpet sound]

Woke Up Dis Mornin'

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #146 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: Oh, I woke up dis mornin' wid mah min' Lyrics: 1 Oh, I woke up dis mornin' wid mah min', An' it was stayed, Stayed on Jesus, Woke up dis mornin' wid mah min,' An' it was stayed, Stayed on Jesus, Woke up dis mornin' wid mah min', An' it was stayed, Stayed on Jesus, Hallelu, Hallelu, Hallelu, Hallelu, Hallelujah. 2 Can't hate your neighbor in your min', if you keep it stayed, Stayed on Jesus, Can't hate your neighbor in your min', if you keep it stayed, Stayed on Jesus, Can't hate your neighbor in your min', if you keep it stayed, Stayed on Jesus, Hallelu, Hallelu, Hallelu, Hallelu, Hallelujah. 3 Makes you love everybody with your min', when you keep it stayed, Stayed on Jesus, Makes you love everybody with your min', when you keep it stayed, Stayed on Jesus, Makes you love everybody with your min', when you keep it stayed, Stayed on Jesus, Hallelu, Hallelu, Hallelu, Hallelu, Hallelujah. 4 De devil can't catch you in your min', when you keep it stayed, Stayed on Jesus, De devil can't catch you in your min', when you keep it stayed, Stayed on Jesus, De devil can't catch you in your min', when you keep it stayed, Stayed on Jesus, Hallelu, Hallelu, Hallelu, Hallelu, Hallelujah. 5 Jesus is de captain in your min', when you keep it stayed, Stayed on Jesus, Jesus is de captain in your min', when you keep it stayed, Stayed on Jesus, Jesus is de captain in your min', when you keep it stayed, Stayed on Jesus, Hallelu, Hallelu, Hallelu, Hallelu, Hallelujah. Languages: English Tune Title: [Oh, I woke up dis mornin' wid mah min']

Amen

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #147 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: Amen, Amen Lyrics: Amen, Oh, Lawdy! Amen, Have mercy! Amen, Amen, Amen. Sing it over now. Amen, Oh, Lawdy! Amen, Have mercy! Amen, Amen, Amen. Languages: English Tune Title: [Amen, Amen]

I Feel Like My Time Ain't Long

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #148 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: Went to the graveyard the other day Refrain First Line: I feel like, I fell like Lyrics: Refrain: I feel like, I feel like, I feel like my time ain't long, I feel like, I feel like, I feel like my time ain't long. 1 Went to the graveyard the other day, I feel like my time ain't long, I look'd at the place where my mother lay, I feel like my time ain't long. [Refrain] 2 Sometimes I'm up, sometimes I'm down, I feel like my time ain't long, And sometimes I'm almost on the ground, I feel like my time ain't long. [Refrain] 3 Better min', my brother, how you walk on the cross, I feel like my time ain't long, Your foot might slip and your soul get lost, I feel like my time ain't long. [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: [Went to the graveyard the other day]

I Stood on de Ribber ob Jerdon

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #149 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs Lyrics: 1 I stood on de ribber ob Jerdon, to see dat ship come sailin' ober; stood on de ribber ob Jerdon, to see dat ship sail by. Refrain: O moaner, don' ya weep, when ya see dat ship come sailin' ober, Shout "Glory Hallelujah!" When ya see dat ship sail by. 2 O sister, ya bettuh be ready To see dat ship come sailin' ober; Brother, ya bettuh be ready To see dat ship sail by. [Refrain] 3 O preacher, ya bettuh be ready To see dat ship come sailin' ober; Deacon, ya bettuh be ready To see dat ship sail by. [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: [I stood on de ribber ob Jerdon]

I'm a-Rolling

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #150 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: O brothers, won't you help me Refrain First Line: I'm a-rolling, I'm a-rolling Lyrics: Refrain: I'm a-rolling, I'm a-rolling, I'm a-rolling thro' an unfriendly world; I'm a-rolling, I'm a-rolling thro' an unfriendly world. 1 O brothers, won't you help me, O brothers, won't you help me to pray? O brothers, won't you help me, O brothers, won't you help me in the service of the Lord? [Refrain] 2 O sisters, won't you help me, O sisters, won't you help me to pray? O sisters, won't you help me, O sisters, won't you help me in the service of the Lord? [Refrain] 3 O preachers, won't you help me, O preachers, won't you help me to pray? O preachers, won't you help me, O preachers, won't you help me in the service of the Lord? [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: [O brothers, won't you help me]

I Want to Be Ready

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #151 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: O John, O John, what do you say? Lyrics: Refrain: I want to be ready, I want to be ready, I want to be ready to walk in Jerusalem just like John. 1 O John, O John, what do you say? Walk in Jerusalem just like John. That I'll be there at the coming day, Walk in Jerusalem just like John. [Refrain] 2 John said the city was just four-square Walk in Jerusalem just like John. And he declared he'd meet me there, Walk in Jerusalem just like John. [Refrain] 3 When Peter was preaching at Pentecost, Walk in Jerusalem just like John. He was endowed with the Holy Ghost, Walk in Jerusalem just like John. [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: [O John, O John, what do you say?]

King Jesus Is a-Listenin'

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #152 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: Some say that John the Baptist Refrain First Line: King Jesus is a-listenin' all day long Lyrics: Refrain: King Jesus is a-listenin' all day long, King Jesus is a-listenin' all day long, King Jesus is a-listenin' all day long, To hear some sinner pray. 1 Some say that John the Baptist Was nothin' but a Jew, But the Holy Bible tells us That John was a preacher too. [Refrain] 2 That Gospel train is comin', A-rumblin' through the lan', But I hear them wheels a-hummin', Get ready to board that train! [Refrain] 2 I know I been converted, I ain't gon' make no alarm, For my soul is bound for Glory, And the devil can't do me no harm. [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: [Some say that John the Baptist]

Somebody's Knocking at Your Door

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #154 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs First Line: Knocks like Jesus Lyrics: Refrain: Somebody's knocking at your door, Somebody's knocking at your door, O sinner, why don't you answer? Somebody's knocking at your door. 1 Knocks like Jesus, Somebody's knocking at your door. Knocks like Jesus, Somebody's knocking at your door. [Refrain] 2 Can't you hear Him? Somebody's knocking at your door. Can't you hear Him? Somebody's knocking at your door. [Refrain] 3 Answer Jesus. Somebody's knocking at your door. Answer Jesus. Somebody's knocking at your door. [Refrain] 4 Jesus calls you. Somebody's knocking at your door. Jesus calls you. Somebody's knocking at your door. [Refrain] 5 Can't you trust Him? Somebody's knocking at your door. Can't you trust Him? Somebody's knocking at your door. [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: [Knocks like Jesus]

Sometimes I Feel Like a Moanin' Dove

Hymnal: Songs of Zion #155 (1981) Topics: Negro Spirituals and Afro-American Liberation Songs Lyrics: 1 Sometimes I feel like a moanin' dove, Sometimes I feel like a moanin' dove, Sometimes I feel like a moanin' dove, long ways, long ways, long ways from home, A long ways from home, long ways from home. Oo. long ways, long ways, long ways from home, A long ways from home, long ways from home. Oo. 2 Sometimes I feel like a motherless chil', Sometimes I feel like a motherless chil', Sometimes I feel like a motherless chil', long ways, long ways, long ways from home, A long ways from home, long ways from home. Oo. long ways, long ways, long ways from home, A long ways from home, long ways from home. Oo. Languages: English Tune Title: [Sometimes I feel like a moanin' dove]

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