George Jones & Tammy Wynette – “Let’s All Go Down To The River”

Introduction:

Let’s All Go Down to the River, a gospel-tinged country song, is a duet by country music power couple George Jones and Tammy Wynette. Released in 1972 on their album We Love to Sing About Jesus, the song showcases their signature vocal styles, blending Jones’ powerful baritone with Wynette’s sweet soprano harmonies.

While Let’s All Go Down to the River isn’t one of their biggest hits, it’s a well-regarded song within the realm of country gospel. The songwriter credits are attributed to Earl Montgomery and Sue Richards. The producer for the album, We Love to Sing About Jesus, was Billy Sherrill, a legendary figure who helped shape the country music sound of the 1960s and 1970s.

Let’s All Go Down to the River features a simple yet powerful message of faith. The lyrics describe a journey to a river to witness a man with miraculous abilities, a clear allegory for Jesus Christ. The song emphasizes themes of hope, redemption, and the wonders of God’s works.

Jones and Wynette were both deeply religious people, and Let’s All Go Down to the River reflects their genuine faith. This sincerity resonates with listeners, making the song a favorite among those who enjoy country gospel music.

While not topping the charts, Let’s All Go Down to the River has been covered by a number of artists over the years, a testament to its enduring appeal. It remains a notable track in the vast catalogs of both George Jones and Tammy Wynette, showcasing their talent and their deep faith.

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Lyrics:

Let’s all go down to the river
There’s a man, he’s walkin’ on the water
Come along with me
For I want to see
This man walkin’ on the water

Well, he can raise the dead from the grave
Change the water and turn it into wine
And he can make the lame walk
He can make the dog talk

And open up the eyes of the blind
Oh, let’s all go down to the river
There’s a man he’s walkin’ on the water
Come along with me I want to see
This man walkin’ on the water

Jesus is the man at the river
And he’s washin’ people’s sins away
He can save your soul if you give him control
Be ready for that judgment day

Let’s all go down to the river
There’s a man he’s walkin’ on the water
Come along with me I want to see
This man walkin’ on the water

Hey, let’s all go down to the river
There’s a man he’s walkin’ on the water
Come along with me I want to see
This man walkin’ on the water

Oh, let’s all go down to the river
There’s a man he’s walkin’ on the water
Come along with me I want to see
This man walkin’ on the water
Oh, let’s all go down to the river
There’s a man walkin’ on the water