If I Give My Soul
Marty Stuart · Other Songs - Marty Stuart
Down a dangerous road, I have come to where I'm standing
With a heavy heart and my hat clutched in my hand
Such a foolish fool, God ain't known no greater sinner
I have come in search of Jesus, hoping he will understand
Had a woman once, she was kind and she was gentle
Had a child by me, who grew up to be a man
Had a steady job, till I started into drinking
Then I started making music traveling with the devil's band
Ohh, the years flew by like a mighty rush of eagles
Our dreams and plans were all scattered the wind
Well, it's a lonesome life when you lose the ones you live for
If I make my peace with Jesus will they take me back again?
If I give my soul will he clean these clothes I'm wearing?
If I give my soul will he put new boots on my feet?
If I bow my head and beg God for his forgiveness
Will he breathe new breath inside me and give me back my dignity?
If I give my soul will he stop my hands from shakin'?
If I give my soul will my son love me again?
If I give my soul and she knows I really mean it
If I give my soul to Jesus will she take me back again?
With a heavy heart and my hat clutched in my hand
Such a foolish fool, God ain't known no greater sinner
I have come in search of Jesus, hoping he will understand
Had a woman once, she was kind and she was gentle
Had a child by me, who grew up to be a man
Had a steady job, till I started into drinking
Then I started making music traveling with the devil's band
Ohh, the years flew by like a mighty rush of eagles
Our dreams and plans were all scattered the wind
Well, it's a lonesome life when you lose the ones you live for
If I make my peace with Jesus will they take me back again?
If I give my soul will he clean these clothes I'm wearing?
If I give my soul will he put new boots on my feet?
If I bow my head and beg God for his forgiveness
Will he breathe new breath inside me and give me back my dignity?
If I give my soul will he stop my hands from shakin'?
If I give my soul will my son love me again?
If I give my soul and she knows I really mean it
If I give my soul to Jesus will she take me back again?
If I Give My Soul
Marty Stuart's 'If I Give My Soul' stands as a poignant testament to his mastery of the American roots tradition. Recorded with his signature acoustic clarity, the track exemplifies his ability to weave together the storytelling of the blues, country, and gospel traditions into a cohesive narrative. Stuart's voice, characterized by its rich texture and emotional depth, delivers a performance that resonates deeply with themes of sacrifice and devotion. The song reflects his lifelong dedication to preserving and revitalizing the musical heritage of the American South, showcasing his skill as both a performer and a chronicler of folk history.