Say Hallelujah
Tracy Chapman · Other Songs - Tracy Chapman
throw up your hands
the bucket is kicked
the body is gone
close your eyes
bow your head
to rest your soul and praise the dead
say hallelujah
throw up your hands
the bucket is kicked
the body is gone
dry your eyes and stand up right
put a smile on your face
it wouldn't warm us to cry
the sun will rise, the stars will shine
turning day into dusk and night into dawn
we'll pass on but until that time
say hallelujah
say hallelujah
say hallelujah
say hallelujah
say hallelujah
throw up your hands
the bucket is kicked
the body is gone
have mercy
it's a wonderful life
eternal rest for the weary mornest part of tonight
say hallelujah
throw up your hands
the bucket is kicked
the body is gone
wave your hands
but don't say goodbye
we're all gonna meet you on the other side...
Say Hallelujah - Tracy Chapman
Tracy Chapman's 'Say Hallelujah' stands as a defining track from her early career, blending acoustic guitar with a soulful vocal delivery that characterizes her signature style. Released alongside her debut album, the song exemplifies her ability to weave personal narrative with broader social commentary, a hallmark of her work that resonated deeply with audiences during the 1980s. The recording captures the raw emotion and lyrical depth for which she is renowned, establishing her reputation as a singer-songwriter who prioritizes authenticity and storytelling. While the specific album placement for this track is often associated with her initial releases, it remains a staple in her discography, reflecting the era's folk-rock and soul influences that shaped her artistic identity and continued to influence subsequent generations of musicians.