
You know that feeling when a song just speaks to you on a whole different level? That’s exactly what happened when I first listened to “Angel Band.” I was flipping through some old records on a lazy Sunday afternoon, and as soon as the gentle harmonies filled the room, I was completely hooked.
“Angel Band” is this beautiful blend of comfort and reflection. Originally a 19th-century hymn, it’s been reimagined by artists like The Stanley Brothers, Emmylou Harris, and even Johnny Cash. Each version brings its own unique touch, but the heart of the song—the longing for peace and the embrace of something greater—remains the same.
What gets me every time is how the song manages to feel both intimate and expansive. The simple lyrics about life’s journey and the hope of being guided by angels hit home in a way that’s hard to put into words. It’s like the song understands the quiet thoughts we all have but rarely express.
Whenever I need a moment of calm or a reminder that there’s still beauty in the world, I find myself reaching for “Angel Band.” It’s more than just a song; it’s like a gentle reminder from a friend that everything’s going to be okay. If you haven’t heard it yet, do yourself a favor and give it a listen. Find a cozy spot, maybe with a cup of tea, and let the music wrap around you. I promise, it’s an experience you won’t forget
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Lyrics
Verse 1: Vestal Goodman]
My latest sun is sinking fast
My race is nearly run
My strongest, strongest trials now are past
And my triumph is begun
[Chorus: Vestal Goodman]
Oh, come, angel band
Come and around me stand
Oh, bear me away on your snowy wings
To my immortal home
Bear me away on your snowy wings
To my immortal home
[Verse 2: George Jones]
I almost gained my heavenly home
My spirit loud me sing
The holy ones, behold they come
I hear the noise of wings
Oh, bear my longing heart to Him
Who bled and died for me
Whose blood now cleanses all from sin
And gives me victory
[Chorus: Vestal Goodman & George Jones]
Oh, come, angel band
Come and around me stand
Oh, bear me away on your snowy wings
To my immortal home
Oh, bear me away on your snowy wings
To my immortal home