Introduction
History of the song “Working On The Building”
“Working On The Building” is a spiritual song that has been around for centuries. It is thought to have originated as a work song sung by African American slaves. The song is about the hope and perseverance of a people who are working to build a better future for themselves.
The first recorded version of the song was by the Fisk Jubilee Singers in 1871. The song quickly became popular among African Americans and was often sung at church services and other gatherings. In the early 1900s, the song began to be sung by white people as well.
The song was first recorded by Elvis Presley in 1960 for his album “His Hand In Mine”. Presley’s version of the song was a hit and helped to popularize the song with a wider audience.
The song has been covered by many other artists over the years, including Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton, and Bruce Springsteen. It is a song that has resonated with people from all walks of life and continues to be sung today.
 Did You Know?
“Working On The Building” is a powerful and uplifting song that speaks to the human spirit. It is a song about hope, perseverance, and the power of community. The song is a reminder that even when things are tough, we can always find strength and hope in each other.
The song begins with a simple melody and a gentle chorus. Elvis Presley’s voice is warm and inviting, and he sings the lyrics with conviction. The song builds as Presley sings about the challenges that people face in life. He sings about poverty, discrimination, and oppression. But through it all, Presley maintains a message of hope. He sings that we are all working together to build a better future, and that we will overcome any obstacle in our path.
The song ends with a powerful chorus that reaffirms the message of hope and perseverance. Presley sings, “We’re working on the building, building a better world.” The song is a reminder that we all have a role to play in building a better future, and that we can always find strength and hope in each other.
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Lyrics
I’m working on the building
It’s a true foundation
I’m holding up the blood-stained
Banner for my lord
Well I never get tired, tired, tired of working on the building
I’m going up to heaven to get my rewardI’m working on the building
It’s a true foundation
I’m holding up the blood-stained
Banner for my lord
Well I never get tired, tired, tired of working on the building
I’m going up to heaven oh yeah, to get my rewardI’m working on the building
It’s a true foundation
I’m holding up the blood-stained
Banner for my lord
Well I never get tired, tired, tired of working on the building
I’m going up to heaven oh yeah, to get my rewardI’m working on the building
It’s a true foundation
I’m holding up the blood-stained
Banner for my lord
Well I never get tired, tired, tired of working on the building
I’m going up to heaven oh yeah, to get my rewardI’m working on the building
It’s a true foundation
I’m holding up the blood-stained
Banner for my lord
Well I never get tired, tired, tired of working on the building
I’m going up to heaven oh yeah, to get my reward