Where Could I Go But to the Lord
George Jones · 14 Greats [1988]
(James B. Coats)
(Where could I go but to the Lord.)
Living below in this old sinful world
Hardly a comfort can afford
Striving alone to face temptation sore
Where could I go but to the Lord.
Where could I go, oh, where could I go
Seeking a refuge for my soul
Needing a friend to save me in the end
Where could I go but to the Lord.
Life here is grand with friends I love so dear
Comfort I get from God's own word
Yet when I face the chilling hand of death
Where could I go but to the Lord.
Where could I go where could I go
Seeking a refuge for my soul
Needing a friend to save me in the end
Where could I go but to the Lord...
(Where could I go but to the Lord.)
Living below in this old sinful world
Hardly a comfort can afford
Striving alone to face temptation sore
Where could I go but to the Lord.
Where could I go, oh, where could I go
Seeking a refuge for my soul
Needing a friend to save me in the end
Where could I go but to the Lord.
Life here is grand with friends I love so dear
Comfort I get from God's own word
Yet when I face the chilling hand of death
Where could I go but to the Lord.
Where could I go where could I go
Seeking a refuge for my soul
Needing a friend to save me in the end
Where could I go but to the Lord...
Where Could I Go But to the Lord
George Jones delivers a tender, acoustic-driven ballad on his 1988 compilation, 14 Greats, where he reflects on the inevitability of divine presence. The track exemplifies his signature country storytelling, blending raw vocal emotion with a simple arrangement that highlights his lyrical depth. As a defining voice of the genre, Jones often explored themes of faith and redemption, and this recording captures that spiritual introspection with characteristic poignancy. Released during a period where he revisited his most cherished material, the song stands as a testament to his enduring ability to connect with listeners through honest, heartfelt expression.