Wade In The Water
Patty Griffin · Downtown Church [2010]
Wade in the water, children
Wade in the water
God's a-gonna trouble the water
God's a-gonna trouble the water.
Well, who are these children all dressed in red?
God's a-gonna trouble the water
Must-a-be the children that moses lead
God's a-gonna trouble the water.
Wade in the water
Wade in the water, children
Wade in the water
God's a-gonna trouble the water
God's a-gonna trouble the water.
Well out of the mountain come fire an' smoke
God's a-gonna trouble the water
Jehovah nobody be he could've spoke
God's a-gonna trouble the water.
Wade in the water
Wade in the water, children
Wade in the water
God's a-gonna trouble the water
God's a-gonna trouble the water.
Well, I'm walkin' down the highway an' the water's gettin' low
God's a-gonna trouble the water.
Walkin' down the highway, nowhere to go
God's a-gonna trouble the water.
But it's wade in the water
Wade in the water, children
Wade in the water
God's a-gonna trouble the water
God's a-gonna trouble the water.
God's a-gonna trouble the water.
Wade In The Water - Patty Griffin
Patty Griffin's 'Wade In The Water' stands as a masterful reinterpretation of the traditional spiritual, delivered with her signature acoustic clarity. Recorded for her 2010 album 'Downtown Church,' the track exemplifies her ability to weave folk storytelling with spiritual depth. Griffin's vocal delivery is intimate yet commanding, transforming a centuries-old hymn into a contemporary narrative about resilience and community. The recording captures the raw, unpolished texture characteristic of her work, emphasizing the human element over technical perfection. By placing this classic within her own discography, Griffin honors the song's legacy while asserting her unique voice in the American roots music tradition. The result is a recording that feels both timeless and distinctly personal, resonating with listeners who appreciate the intersection of faith and folk artistry.