Wade Through the Water

“Wade Through the Water” is a gospel blues interpretation inspired by the traditional African American spiritual. Rooted in Scripture, symbolism, and freedom imagery, this song reflects themes of faith, deliverance, and trust — carried through a blues framework that honors the song’s deep historical and spiritual origins.

Lyrics

Verse 1 (12 bars)
Wade through the water, don’t be afraid
Yeah, wade through the water, don’t be afraid
Step in the river, the Lord made a way

The water keeps moving, stirring my soul
Yeah, the water keeps moving, stirring my soul
Something’s happening, I can feel control

Verse 2 (12 bars)
I see a crowd dressed in white by the shore
Yeah, I see a crowd dressed in white by the shore
Walking together like they’ve been here before

The river keeps calling, saying come on through
Yeah, the river keeps calling, saying come on through
If you trust the water, it’ll carry you

Verse 3 (12 bars)
I see them dressed in red, moving slow
Yeah, I see them dressed in red, moving slow
Following a path from long ago

The water keeps rolling, deep and wide
Yeah, the water keeps rolling, deep and wide
Every step forward leaves fear behind

Verse 4 (12 bars – closing)
Wade through the water, hear that sound
Yeah, wade through the water, hear that sound
Change keeps flowing where faith is found

The river’s still moving, don’t stand dry
Yeah, the river’s still moving, don’t stand dry
Step in the water, let the old self die

🎥 Follow Bible Blues Studio on YouTube
New blues songs every week.

▶ Subscribe