Louis Armstrong (1901 - 1971) was a trumpet player, singer, and bandleader, and is widely regarded as one of the most influential artists in the history of jazz.
When The Saints Go Marchin' In
Ella Fitzgerald & Louis Armstrong Lyrics
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Oh, when the saints go marching in
Dear Lord, I want to be in that number
When the saints go marching in
Oh, when the sun refuse to shine
Oh, when the sun refuse to shine
Dear Lord I want to be in that number
Oh when they crown Him Lord of all
Oh when they crown Him Lord of all
Dear Lord, I want to be in that number
When they crown Him Lord of all
Oh, when they gather 'round the throne
Oh, when they gather 'round the throne
Dear Lord, I want to be in that number
When they gather 'round the throne
The song "When The Saints Go Marching In" is a traditional gospel hymn that was first recorded in the 1920s. Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Armstrong's version of the song features a cheerful melody and the lyrics speak of wanting to be among the saints when they rise and meet Jesus Christ in heaven. The song opens with the repeated line "Oh, when the saints go marching in" and each verse that follows describes a different scenario in which the singer hopes to be among the chosen few who will join the ranks of the saints.
The first verse speaks of the saints rising up when the Lord returns and the singer expressing a desire to be included among their number. The second verse speaks of a time when the sun refuses to shine, which could be interpreted as the end of the world or a period of great darkness or distress. The singer again expresses a hope to be among the saints at that time. In the third verse, the singer imagines the moment when Jesus Christ is crowned Lord of all and again expresses a desire to be among the chosen few. The final verse describes the saints gathering around the throne of Christ and the singer once again expressing a longing to be among them.
Overall, the song is a hopeful and joyful expression of faith and an aspiration towards eternal life. It reminds listeners that, no matter what trials they may face in this life, there is a promised reward waiting for them in the next. The song has endured as a beloved gospel classic, and has been covered by countless artists over the years.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, when the saints go marching in
Oh, when the pure and the righteous believers reach Heaven
Dear Lord, I want to be in that number
God, please grant me the privilege to join them
When the saints go marching in
When the blessed ones enter the Kingdom of God
Oh, when the sun refuse to shine
Oh, when there's darkness and hopelessness everywhere
When the sun refuse to shine
When there's no more light and warmth in the world
Oh when they crown Him Lord of all
Oh when they acknowledge Christ as their ultimate Ruler and Savior
When they crown Him Lord of all
When they proclaim Jesus as the King of all kings
Oh, when they gather 'round the throne
Oh, when the faithful assemble before the Heavenly Throne
When they gather 'round the throne
When the saints come together to worship and honor God
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@BuddyBrownMusic
He truly was and is the spirit of New Orleans. God Bless this legend!
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@troyandrew6154
Buddy Brown new Orleans? I'd say all of Louisiana
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@WilhelmWilder
Even though the man who wrote it was from arkansas
@TheModShopCO
Garrett Baker he, meaning Louis Armstrong. Forget this particular song, Louis is the embodiment of Louisiana Soul.
@hicow6075
The woman singing along side Louis is Jewel Brown. She's still alive at 85 years old and is very well renowned within the jazz and blues world as a singer!
@joecox6931
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