Have You Someone (In Heaven Waiting)
The Stanley Brothers · Other Songs - The Stanley Brothers
Expecting you on that beautiful shore
Be ready to join that great band of angels
When they welcome you into that Heavenly door
(When they welcome you into that Heavenly door)
Come sinners take heed while Jesus is waiting
Please never be caught in the pathway of sin
For Jesus may call you home in the mornin'
When Heaven's gates open will you enter in?
Have you someone in Heaven awaiting?
Expecting you on that beautiful shore
Be ready to join that great band of angels
When they welcome you into that Heavenly door
(When they welcome you into that Heavenly door)
The savior will hear the prayer of the sinner
No matter how dark, no matter how late
He'll welcome you home to the Heavenly mansion
Take a straight narrow way to that beautiful gate
Have you someone in Heaven awaiting?
Expecting you on that beautiful shore
Be ready to join that great band of angels
When they welcome you into that Heavenly door
(When they welcome you into that Heavenly door)
Have You Someone (In Heaven Waiting)
The Stanley Brothers deliver a hauntingly beautiful gospel recording that captures the raw spiritual intensity of Appalachian folk music. Their harmonies, characterized by the distinctive falsetto of Stanley Stanley and the driving rhythm of his brother, create a powerful sonic landscape that transcends traditional religious boundaries. This track exemplifies their mastery of blending traditional hymns with a modern, energetic delivery that resonated deeply with audiences across the United States in the 1960s. The song's enduring appeal lies in its ability to evoke a sense of communal worship and longing, making it a staple in the canon of American gospel and bluegrass music. It remains a testament to the brothers' ability to transform sacred texts into universal anthems of hope and faith.