Bless This House
Take 6 · Other Songs - Take 6
Make it safe by night and day . . .
Bless these walls so firm and stout,
Keeping want and trouble out . . .
Bless the roof and chimneys tall,
Let thy peace lie overall . . .
Bless this door that it may prove,
Ever open,
To joy and love . . .
Bless these windows shining bright,
Letting in God's Heavenly light,
Bless the hearth, the painting there,
With smoke ascending like a prayer!
Bless the folk who dwell within,
Keep them pure and free from sin . . .
Bless us all that we may be,
Fit O Lord to dwell with thee . . .
Bless us all that one day we may dwell,
O Lord! With Thee!
Bless This House
Bless This House stands as a defining track in the discography of Take 6, the pioneering a cappella group renowned for their sophisticated harmonies and jazz-inflected gospel sound. The song captures the ensemble's signature style, blending complex vocal arrangements with a warm, spiritual resonance that has become central to their identity. As a staple of their live performances and recordings, the piece highlights the group's ability to transform traditional material into something distinctly modern and emotionally resonant. Without relying on instrumental backing, the vocalists create a rich tapestry of sound that emphasizes unity and reverence. This recording remains a testament to Take 6's enduring influence on contemporary gospel and a cappella music, showcasing their mastery of texture and rhythm while delivering a message of domestic sanctity through pure vocal artistry.