Swing Low, Sweet Chariot Lyrics – Etta James
Swing Low, Sweet Chariot Song Lyrics
[Chorus: Etta James]
Swing low (Swing low), sweet chariot
Coming for to carry me home
Swing low, sweet chariot
Coming for to carry me home
[Verse 1: Etta James]
I looked over Jordan, and what did I see
Coming for to carry me home
A band of angels coming after me
Coming for to carry me home
[Chorus: Etta James]
Swing low (Swing low), sweet chariot
Coming for to carry me home
Swing low, sweet chariot
Coming for to carry me home
[Verse 2: Etta James]
If you can get there before I do
Coming for to carry me home
Tell all my friends I'ma coming, too
Coming for to carry me home
[Chorus: Etta James]
Swing low (Swing low), sweet chariot
Coming for to carry me home
Swing low (Swing low), sweet chariot
Coming for to carry me home
[Verse 3: Etta James]
Only upward Heavenly way
Coming for to carry me home
Since Jesus washed my sins away
Coming for to carry me home
[Chorus: Etta James]
Swing low (Swing low), sweet chariot
Coming for to carry me home
Swing low (Swing low), sweet chariot
Coming for to carry me home
Oh, swing low (Swing low), sweet chariot
Coming for to carry me home, home
Swing low (Swing low), sweet chariot
Coming for to carry me home
[Outro: Etta James]
Oh, I'm coming, coming for to carry me
(Swing low, sweet chariot)
Oh yeah, swing
(Coming for to carry me home)
Swing low (Swing low), sweet chariot
Coming for to carry me home, home
(Coming for to carry me home)
Oh, I'm coming home
Swing Low, Sweet Chariot Lyrics Explained
"Swing Low, Sweet Chariot" by Etta James is a spiritual song that reflects on the desire for redemption and salvation. The lyrics convey a yearning for a divine presence, symbolized by a chariot, to come and carry the singer home. The imagery and language draw from religious themes, particularly the Christian belief in an afterlife and the hope for heavenly salvation.
[Chorus]
The repetitive refrain of "Swing low, sweet chariot, coming for to carry me home" sets the tone for the entire song. The chariot is a symbolic representation of a vehicle transporting the singer to a better place, and the repetition emphasizes the urgency and deep desire for deliverance.
[Verse 1]
The mention of looking over Jordan, a biblical reference to the Jordan River, suggests a reflection on the challenges and obstacles encountered in life. The band of angels evokes a spiritual presence that will guide and accompany the singer on their journey towards redemption.
[Verse 2]
The singer expresses a wish for their friends to be informed that they are on their way, reinforcing the communal aspect of spiritual salvation. The anticipation of a collective homecoming suggests a shared yearning for a better existence beyond the trials of earthly life.
[Verse 3]
The lyrics allude to the transformative power of faith and redemption. The notion of sins being washed away by Jesus signifies a spiritual rebirth and the hope for a place in the heavenly realm.
[Outro]
The outro intensifies the emotional longing for a spiritual homecoming. The repeated phrases, such as "I'm coming for to carry me home" and "Swing low, sweet chariot," emphasize the singer's imminent journey towards salvation and the comfort of returning to a divine presence.
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Cast & Crew
- Album
- Etta James (Singles)
- Artist / Band
- Producer(s)
- Etta James
- Writter(s)
- Traditional, African American Spiritual & Wallace Willis
- Released On
- March 15, 1982
Etta James (Singles) Songs
- 1.A Sunday Kind of Love
- 2.All I Could Do Was Cry
- 3.At Last
- 4.Damn Your Eyes
- 5.I Just Want to Make Love to You
- 6.I’d Rather Go Blind
- 7.Something’s Got a Hold On Me
- 8.Stormy Weather
- 9.Swing Low, Sweet Chariot
- 10.Tell Mama
- 11.Trust In Me
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FAQs & Knowledge
Who is the singer of "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot" song?
"Swing Low, Sweet Chariot" song is sung by Etta James.
Who is the lyrics writer of "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot" song?
"Swing Low, Sweet Chariot" song lyrics written by Traditional, African American Spiritual & Wallace Willis.
Who is the music producer of "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot" song?
"Swing Low, Sweet Chariot" song music composed & produced by Etta James.
When was "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot" song released?
"Swing Low, Sweet Chariot" song was released on March 15, 1982.