Wings Of Angels
The Stanley Brothers · Early Starday-King Years 1958-1961 [1995]
Wise men came from near and far
To see the Jesus in the manger
The pathway lighted by the stars
Someday he'll wake me from the dead
No more I'll sleep there all alone
But carried up to Him on high
On the wings of angels headed home
They crucified our Lord and Savior
He humbly died there on the cross
That we might someday rise and join Him
Our souls be saved and not be lost
Wings Of Angels
The Stanley Brothers' "Wings Of Angels" stands as a defining recording from their early Starday-King Years, capturing the raw, gospel-infused energy that characterized their work in the late 1950s and early 1960s. As a staple of their discography, the track exemplifies the duo's signature blend of bluegrass instrumentation and spiritual fervor, a style that would later influence the broader country and folk traditions. Released on the Early Starday-King Years 1958-1961 compilation, the song reflects the era's emphasis on authentic, unpolished vocal delivery and acoustic guitar-driven arrangements. The piece remains a testament to the Stanley Brothers' ability to weave together religious themes with traditional American musical forms, creating a sound that resonates deeply within the roots music canon.