Breaking Bread
Johnny Cash · Unearthed [2003]
We are gathered here together to break bread
Breaking bread, breaking bread
We are gathered here together to break bread
It's not the barley or the wheat
It's not the oven or the heat
That makes this bread so good to eat
It's the needing and the sharing that makes the meal complete
Breaking bread, breaking bread
We are gathered here together to break bread
Breaking bread, breaking bread
We are gathered here together to break bread
Upon the water prayed his cast
The last is first, the first is last
For everyone who eats this bread
There are thousands maybe more that will be fed
Breaking bread, breaking bread
We are gathered here together to break bread
Breaking bread, breaking bread
We are gathered here together to break bread
Breaking bread, breaking bread
We are gathered here together to break bread
Breaking Bread - Johnny Cash
Recorded on the Unearthed [2003] compilation, "Breaking Bread" features Johnny Cash's signature gravelly voice delivering a message of communal sharing and spiritual connection. The track exemplifies the artist's ability to blend traditional gospel influences with his signature country-rock sound, creating an anthem of unity that resonates throughout his discography. Cash's delivery is characterized by a raw, unadorned intensity that emphasizes the human need for fellowship and support in times of hardship. As part of his broader catalog of socially conscious songs, this recording stands as a testament to his commitment to exploring themes of brotherhood and faith, maintaining the authenticity that defined his career from his early days to his final years.