Rolling Hills
Van Morrison · Other Songs - Van Morrison
Oh I will live my life in Him among the rolling hills
With my wife and child I'll do no man no ill
Oh I will do no man no ill among the rolling hills
Among the rolling hills I'll read my bible still
Oh I will read my bible still among the rolling hills
With my pen I'll write my song among the rolling hills
With my pen I'll write my song among the rolling hills
I will do my jig among the rolling hills
Oh I will do my jig and live among the rolling hills
With my pen I'll write my song among the rolling hills
I'll take out my pen and write my song among the rolling hills
And I'll stand and watch it all among the rolling hills
Oh I will stand and watch it all among the rolling hills
Rolling Hills
Van Morrison's "Rolling Hills" stands as a quintessential example of his mid-career soul and R&B fusion, characterized by its lush harmonies and intricate guitar work. Released during a period where Morrison was redefining the boundaries of rock and soul, the track showcases his signature ability to blend complex musical structures with deeply emotive vocals. While often associated with his broader catalog of soulful ballads, "Rolling Hills" captures a specific moment in his discography where he moved away from psychedelic experimentation toward a more grounded, yet still sophisticated, expression of love and longing. The recording reflects the era's evolving sound, prioritizing melodic depth and rhythmic nuance over conventional song structures, cementing its place as a staple of Morrison's influential body of work.