Gathering Flowers for the Master's Bouquet
Kitty Wells · Sings Her Gospel Hits: Dust on the Bible [King Rec [2004]
Death is an angel sent down from above
Sent for the buds and the flowers we love
Truly 'tis so for in heaven's own way
Each soul is a flower in the Master's bouquet.
Gathering flowers for the Master's bouquet
Beautiful flowers that will never decay
Gathered by angels and carried away
Forever to bloom in the Master's bouquet.
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Loved ones are passing each day and each hour
Passing away as the life of a flower
But every bud and each blossom some day
Will bloom as the flowers in the Master's bouquet.
Gathering flowers for the Master's bouquet
Beautiful flowers that will never decay
Gathered by angels and carried away
Forever to bloom in the Master's bouquet.
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Let us be faithful till life's work is done
Blooming with love till the reaper shall come
Then we'll be gathered together for age
Transplanted to bloom in the Master's bouquet.
Gathering flowers for the Master's bouquet
Beautiful flowers that will never decay
Gathered by angels and carried away
Forever to bloom in the Master's bouquet...
Gathering Flowers for the Master's Bouquet
Kitty Wells stands as a foundational figure in country music, often celebrated as the first female star to achieve widespread success in the genre. This gospel recording highlights her distinctive vocal style, which blended traditional country phrasing with the emotive power of sacred music. As a key track on the compilation Sings Her Gospel Hits: Dust on the Bible, the song reflects Wells' deep connection to religious themes that permeated her extensive discography. Her ability to convey sincere devotion through her voice helped define the sound of honky-tonk and gospel country during the mid-twentieth century. This work remains a testament to her enduring influence on the genre, showcasing the warmth and clarity that made her a beloved artist for generations of listeners.