Swing Low Sweet Chariot Merle Haggard

"Swing Low Sweet Chariot" by Merle Haggard, released in 1971, is a country #Country song that reflects themes of hope, salvation, and longing for freedom. The lyrics express a desire for divine intervention and comfort in times of distress. Its unique blend of traditional gospel elements and Haggard's storytelling has resonated culturally, highlighting the African American spiritual roots.

[Verse 1]
Well, I looked over Jordan and what did I see
Coming for to carry me home
A band of angels coming after me
Coming for to carry me home

[Chorus]
Swing low sweet chariot
Coming for to carry me home
Swing low sweet chariot
Coming for to carry me home

[Verse 2]
Well, if you get to heaven before I do
Coming for to carry me home
Tell all my friends that I am coming too
Coming for to carry me home

[Chorus]
Swing low sweet chariot
Coming for to carry me home
Swing low sweet chariot
Coming for to carry me home

[Spoken]
I was picking along on this old cotton row
And I felt like I just couldn't pick another bow
I looked up in the sky
And I saw a band of angels coming after me

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