In The Highways
o brother where art thou? Lyrics
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In the highways, in the hedges
In the highways, in the hedges
I'll be somewhere workin' for my Lord
I'll be somewhere workin'
I'll be somewhere workin'
I'll be somewhere workin' for my Lord
I'll be somewhere workin'
I'll be somewhere workin' for my Lord
If He calls me, I will answer
If He calls me, I will answer
If He calls me, I will answer
I'll be somewhere workin' for my Lord
I'll be somewhere workin'
I'll be somewhere workin'
I'll be somewhere workin' for my Lord
I'll be somewhere workin'
I'll be somewhere workin'
I'll be somewhere workin' for my Lord
In the highways, in the hedges
In the highways, in the hedges
In the highways, in the hedges
I'll be somewhere workin' for my Lord
The lyrics of "In The Highways" in the movie soundtrack of O Brother, Where Art Thou? talk about the singer's devotion to God and his willingness to work for Him in various places, as expressed in the repetition of "In the highways, in the hedges." The singer affirms that he will always answer God's call to work for Him, no matter where he is. The emphasis lies on the idea of "working for the Lord," which can be interpreted as doing good deeds in God's name, spreading the Gospel, and living a righteous life.
The repetition of the lines "I'll be somewhere workin'" and "If He calls me, I will answer" signify the singer's commitment and readiness to respond to God's needs. The use of repetition is typical of gospel songs, which aim to create a spiritual atmosphere that moves the listener. The lyrics represent the idea of being called to work for God, which can be seen as a metaphor for living a purposeful life. The highways and the hedges are symbolic representations of different walks of life or social classes, and the singer suggests that, no matter where one comes from, anyone can work for God and be saved.
Overall, "In The Highways" is a moving and inspiring song that encourages the listener to live a life of purpose by serving God wherever they may be.
Line by Line Meaning
In the highways, in the hedges
No matter where I am or what I'm doing, I'll always be working for my Lord
I'll be somewhere workin'
I will always be devoted to working for my Lord
If He calls me, I will answer
I will be ready to serve my Lord at all times and answer his call
Contributed by Eliana W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@tintinsnowyful
The one word I remember from this movie...is 'bonafide'! That's a great word.
@annagrace21
I'm gonna start using that word!!
@JenAmazed42
Bonafide is a great word.
@MrEyes-xh4bb
dear lord i remember this scene and listening to this song in my dads car the nostalgia
@giannishortt2413
Bro my dad had the cd for me.
@hellogoodbye4061
Small observation, at 1:10 the middle girl makes a motion to put her hand on her hip, but realizes that her next line of "No sir, not since you been hit by that train." (in which she would do this) has not arrived, so she puts it back down, then fully does so at 1:18.
@lukealberti5094
Good observation. However, though the Warvey Gals are voiced by the Peasall Sisters, this song was written by Maybelle Carter and this rendition is based on a 1939 or 1940 live rendition by the Carter Sisters. June Carter, the middle sister, was known for her charming, humorous quirkiness and would sometimes makes odd gestures such as this. So, it is possible that this slightly flawed take was kept intentionally, as a nod to June Carter.
@hellogoodbye4061
@@lukealberti5094 Whoa, even BETTER observation....would love to ask one of the Coen brothers about this tidbit, as this film has been dissected right down to arm movements. Now you have my curiosity piqued on this matter.
@elizabethrochellefeeljoy
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@u.b.c.s.336
This movie is just beautiful.