Rhiannon Giddens - I'm On My Way (Official Video)

Directed by: Laura Sheeran
Filmed at: William Lane Recording Studios - Dublin, Ireland
 

Lyrics
I’m watching from my window the curtain coming down
A blue as black as warning, a silence like a sound
That rattles at the cages that hold my heart and mind
That call my name to wonder, just what I hope to find
That bird so high above the fray, what should he mean
to me
His crooked song gone crazy in the swaying arms of trees
That wave to me like the hungry waiting for the tide
My tipping boat still hoping I might reach the other side
I don’t know where I’m going
But I’m on my way
Lord if you love me
Keep me I pray
A little bird is stretching out to the shimmering, shaking blue
Don’t know where I’m going
But I know what to do
I don’t know the hour that finds me in this room
Dust around my feet and still no sugar in my spoon
But I’ve only got the taste for something sweet as time
Not bottled on the table but still hanging on the vine
I don’t know where I’m going
But I’m on my way
Lord if you love me
Keep me I pray
A little bird is stretching out to the shimmering, shaking blue
Don’t know where I’m going
But I know what to do
Don’t know where I’m going
But I know what to do

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[brianhines]

I'm discovering Rhiannon Giddon's music now, and I'm in a great place in life. I'm not married and have no children, but I have my mother, my three younger brothers, one sister in law, a nephew, numerous Aunts, a few Uncles, and lots of Cousins on both sides of my family. I have a job that I enjoy, and I am very sociable with people. This music sounds different from what I usually listen to, but my musical tastes are getting more versatile the older I get. I am 45 born in 1979 and I have always liked different kinds and styles of music!

[alanguages]

This woman is an utter musical genius. I love her work and hope she realizes how people appreciate her for sharing.

[ELWOOD..]

This was the best thing I have heard today, good night.

[LeonDonnelly]

I discovered Rhiannon Giddon’s music at a very sad time in my life, just after my mother and brother died and two friends committed suicide. I was heartbroken. Rhiannon’s music lifted my heart so much and made me cry with happiness and in sorrow. My tears flowed. My heart began to heal. Eternally grateful. A few years ago I saw her live and it was a beautiful experience. Much love and blessings to you always Rhiannon.

[amyrashap]

Just discovered her. What a treasure. Her voice gives one goosebumps, as with Nina Simone.

[kmunson]

My God, how can it be that I am just hearing this for the first time. No words.

[ErolK]

A unique talent, musician with a capital M, born to bring joy to others.

[TheJungle]

I love this woman, her abilities are astounding! She sings to my soul.

[cjmac]

One of the most gifted, amazing and inspiring musicians and vocalists of our time! Thank you for sharing your gifts and keeping the rich history of your music alive, Rhiannon! 💙💙💙

[marcdrumsandbbq]

I had the pleasure of mixing her and Francesco at Big Ears in Knoxville, TN this past weekend. I could not keep my goosebumps down while mixing their set. Absolutely one of the best musical experiences of my

[gazotokun]

One of the best voices of this generation. Thanks for your art. A fan from Brazil.

[dominus]

My sister is musician and artist I'm a big fan of real musicians doing real things. My chocolate gumdrop every time she sings I get goosebumps, I'm a proud black man with beautiful 6 year old twin boys. I play music your music for them all the time they as well are in love with your musical presence and prowess. Please don't ever stop what you do and how you do. You are amazing.

[johnbarnes]

It's a pure joy to listen to Rhiannon Giddens, to hear her voice is like having liquid velvet poured into your ears.

[randysquires]

My sister died a few months back of cancer. We were still praying, expecting for her healing when she died around 9:50 p.m. We immediately went into "raise the dead" mode, going at it with ferver. Heal the sick, raise the dead command.... After 10 or 15 minutes, my wife got a text from my ma 120 miles away. "I'm on my way." is all it said. 10-ish at night? Called ma, but no answer. She was in bed asleep. Didn't even know my sister had died. It took another half hour for the HOLY SPIRIT to get it through our heads that she was "on her way" to Heaven. She sent that text. Thx JESUS for the Word of Wisdom!!! PTL!!
RANDY S.

[bobpitman]

I love her music. Her voice is pure honey. Raw talent!

[guymerritt]

Wow - what a the real deal, right there.

[ErinScope]

Powerful piece of music. That drum of Francesco's is the best accompanying percussive instrument I've heard in ages. Top stuff.

[MoonLight-zkgm]

Rhiannon is not just a talented and gifted musician, singer and song writer but a teacher of historical roots regarding ancient Appalachian music in America, she brings that history to live through this music, every American, especially African Americans need to learn from this amazing cultured woman, the minute she said she felt connected with the banjo without her having the knowledge she has now about it, it was no coincidence that at the time it was her ancient african deceased ancestors transmitting that spiritual connection to her, she is definitely a chosen pioneer by her african ancestors to convey their ancient soul in a modern inspiration of the american bluegrass banjo, this is why her talent is at another level, the gifted essence of her soul is majestically haunting through the ghostly guidance of her ancestors, you can feel it

[danielsouth]

Wow! Rock R&B And Country joined back together by their common roots. Simply glorious.

[lairdcormell]

Rhiannon introduced me to "Roots" music a few years ago and I fell in live with the music. Then I started playing Red Dead Redemption 2, and said wait a minute, I know who that is. Wonderful.