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Down To The River To Pray - with Lyrics & Audio

"Down to the River to Pray" is a traditional American gospel song that dates back to the 19th century. The exact origins and authorship of the song are unknown, as it has been passed down through generations and adapted by different artists over time.

Down To The River To Pray Lyrics

As I went down in the river to pray
Studying about that good old way
And who shall wear the starry crown?
Good Lord, show me the way!
O sisters, let's go down
Let's go down, come on down
O sisters, let's go down
Down in the river to pray
As I went down in the river to pray
Studying about that good old way
And who shall wear the robe and crown?
Good Lord, show me the way!
O brothers, let's go down
Let's go down, come on down
Come on, brothers, let's go down
Down in the river to pray
As I went down in the river to pray
Studying about that good old way
And who shall wear the starry crown?
Good Lord, show me the way!
O fathers, let's go down
Let's go down, come on down
O fathers, let's go down
Down in the river to pray
As I went down in the river to pray
Studying about that good old way
And who shall wear the robe and crown?
Good Lord, show me the way!
O mothers, let's go down
Come on down, don't you wanna go down?
Come on, mothers, let's go down
Down in the river to pray