God Bless The Child
Diana Ross · Forever Diana:musical Memoirs [1993]
Them that's god shall get
Them that's not shall lose
So the bible says
And it still is news
Momma may have
Poppa may have
But God bless the child
That's got his own
That's got his own
Yeah, the strong gets more
While the weak ones fade
Empty pockets don't
Ever make the grade
Momma may have
Poppa may have
But God bless the child
That's got his own
That's got his own
Money, you've got lots of friends
Crowdin' round the door
When it's gone and
Spendin' ends
They don't come no more
Rich realations give
A crust of bread and such
You can help yourself
But don't take too much
Momma may have
Poppa may have
But God bless the child
That's got his own
That's got his own
Them that's not shall lose
So the bible says
And it still is news
Momma may have
Poppa may have
But God bless the child
That's got his own
That's got his own
Yeah, the strong gets more
While the weak ones fade
Empty pockets don't
Ever make the grade
Momma may have
Poppa may have
But God bless the child
That's got his own
That's got his own
Money, you've got lots of friends
Crowdin' round the door
When it's gone and
Spendin' ends
They don't come no more
Rich realations give
A crust of bread and such
You can help yourself
But don't take too much
Momma may have
Poppa may have
But God bless the child
That's got his own
That's got his own
God Bless The Child - Diana Ross
Diana Ross delivers a soulful reinterpretation of Sam Cooke's classic in this 1993 recording, featured on her musical memoir album Forever Diana. The track showcases her signature vocal control and emotional depth, blending the original's gospel roots with a mature, R&B-infused arrangement that reflects her career-spanning artistry. Released decades after Cooke's original, Ross's version stands as a testament to her ability to honor legacy while asserting her own artistic voice. The song serves as a poignant reminder of her enduring influence on contemporary soul music and her commitment to exploring diverse musical narratives throughout her discography.