A Change Is Gonna Come
Supremes · We Remember Sam Cooke [1965]
In a little tent
And just like the river
I've been running ever since
It's been a long, long time coming
But I know a change gonna come
Oh, yes it is
It's been too hard living
But I'm afraid to die
I don't know what's up there
Beyond the sky
It's been a long, long time coming
But I know a change gonna come
Oh yes it will
Then I go to my brother
I say brother help me please
But he winds up knocking me
Back down on my knees
There's been times that I thought
I wouldn't last for long
But now I think I'm able to carry on
It's been a long, long time coming
But I know a change is gonna come
Oh, yes it will
A Change Is Gonna Come
The Supremes deliver a stirring tribute to Sam Cooke with their rendition of A Change Is Gonna Come. Originally written and recorded by Cooke, the song stands as a cornerstone of soul music, capturing themes of struggle and hope that resonated deeply with audiences in the 1960s. This 1965 recording appears on the album We Remember Sam Cooke, a project dedicated to honoring the influential singer-songwriter. The Supremes bring their signature vocal polish and emotional depth to the track, transforming Cooke's personal anthem into a group performance that highlights their versatility beyond their usual pop and R&B hits. The recording serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring legacy of both the original artist and the group that helped define the Motown sound during a transformative era in American music history.