Tennessee Ernie Ford - I Am a Pilgrim

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★ Intro ★
I am a pilgrim and a stranger
Traveling through

★ Verse 1 ★
I am a pilgrim and a stranger
Traveling through this wearisome land
I got a home in that yonder city, good Lord
(And it's not) Good Lordy, well, it's not, not made by hand (Not made by hand)

★ Verse 2 ★
I got a mother, a sister and a brother
Who have gone (Gone, gone) to that sweet home (Home, sweet home)
I am determined to go and see them, good Lord
(Over on) Good Lordy, over on that other shore

★ Bridge ★
I am a pilgrim and a stranger
Traveling through this wearisome land
I got a home in that yonder city, good Lord
And it's not, not made by hand

★ Verse 3 ★
I'm going down to the river of Jordan
Just to bathe my (Yes, yes) weary soul (My weary soul)
If I could touch but the hem of His garment, good Lord
(Then I know) Good Lordy, well, I know it'd take me home (Oh, take me home)

Release Date: January 01, 1956

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"I Am a Pilgrim" by Tennessee Ernie Ford is a soulful and heartfelt song that speaks to the journey of life as a pilgrim and a stranger in this world. The lyrics convey a sense of longing for a home in a yonder city, not made by human hands. The singer reflects on loved ones who have already passed on to that sweet home, and expresses a determination to join them on the other shore. The song references the river of Jordan as a symbol of spiritual cleansing and redemption, with a hope of finding peace for the weary soul. Overall, "I Am a Pilgrim" is a moving and spiritual song that speaks to the universal experience of seeking a higher purpose and a sense of belonging beyond this earthly life.

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