Lay Your Burden Down
Ben Harper · Other Songs - Ben Harper
It's heavy-lay your burden down
It's heavy-lay your burden down
Brother, can't you see stars in the night
Brother, can't you see stars in the night
There's a road up yonder far beyond the light
Take a ride this morning on a slow train through the sky
Take a ride this morning on a slow train through the sky
My life is just a fast train, gone in the blink of an eye
It's heavy-lay your burden down
It's heavy-lay your burden down
Felt the hand last Sunday when the stars refused to shine
Felt the hand last Sunday when the stars refused to shine
I'm just a young man, I don't feel like dying
It's heavy-lay your burden down
It's heavy-lay your burden down
Can't you hear the angels screaming or is it all my head
Can't you hear the angels screaming or is it all my head
I'm looking out my window and the sky is blood red
The sky is blood red
The sky is blood red
You got to lay your burden down
Lay your burden down
It's heavy
Lay Your Burden Down
Ben Harper's "Lay Your Burden Down" stands as a defining acoustic ballad within his extensive discography, blending rootsy guitar work with soulful vocals. The track exemplifies Harper's signature ability to weave traditional American folk and blues influences with a contemporary, introspective sensibility. Often associated with his work on albums like "The Modern World" and "Shimmer & Shine," the song captures a moment of quiet reflection and spiritual seeking. Its enduring appeal lies in its stripped-down arrangement, which allows Harper's emotive delivery to take center stage, resonating deeply with listeners who appreciate authentic storytelling in roots music. The composition remains a staple in his live performances, showcasing his commitment to delivering raw, unadorned musical expression.