Nobody Knows The Trouble I've Seen
Nana Mouskouri · Other Songs - Nana Mouskouri
Nobody knows but Jesus
Nobody knows the trouble I've seen,
Glory Hallelujah!
Sometimes I'm up Sometimes I'm down
Oh, yes, Lord!
Sometimes I'm almost to the ground,
Oh, yes, Lord!
Now you may think that I don't know,
Oh, yes, Lord
But I've had my troubles here below.
Oh, yes, Lord
One day when I was walkin' along
Oh, yes, Lord
The sky opened up and love came down
Oh, yes, Lord
What makes old Satan hate me so?
Oh, yes, Lord
He had me once and had to let me go
Oh, yes, Lord
I never shall forget that day,
Oh, yes, Lord
When Jesus washed my sins away
Oh, yes, Lord
Nobody Knows The Trouble I've Seen
Nana Mouskouri's rendition of 'Nobody Knows The Trouble I've Seen' stands as a testament to her enduring vocal clarity and emotional depth. The Greek singer, renowned for her ability to transcend linguistic barriers, interprets this traditional spiritual with a warmth that defines much of her international catalogue. While often associated with folk and classical crossover, Mouskouri's approach to this piece highlights her versatility in handling material rooted in African American gospel traditions. Her recording captures the song's inherent melancholy without sacrificing the hopefulness that characterizes her broader discography. This performance remains a significant song in her extensive body of work, showcasing her skill in adapting diverse musical styles to her distinctive, resonant tone.