Some of Julia Ward Howe's lyrics are very awkward to sing. Most performers avoid the difficult stanzas, so it's rare to hear the entire song. No problem for Odetta. A consequential American life. RIP.
I love the deep spirituality of this song. So much meaning in every line of lyrics. No body is better than Odetta for this song either. You can't tell me that her voice is not god given. Most modern pop singers could practice for 2000 years and not get close to the quality of voice she has.
I was looking up the lyrics to "All The Pretty Little Horses" and found my way here. WHOA!! I had never heard of Odetta before. You can bet that after listening to her, I will be seeking out more of her works. What a gift she was given in her voice!! I'm in awe.
Praise Jah (Jehovah) is Hallelujah in English. Praise Jah, Jesus did , by the way his name means Jehovah's salvation in Hebrew. The new Liveing Bible translation took Jehovah's name out. I dont think there Dad would have liked that but you know what they say money talks Jehovah has to walk. Just dont forget, our father who art in heaven hallowed be thy name. I wont tell you what hallowed means you'll have to look it up, remember Jesus said quote, when I return I wont be such a nice guy. LOL JAH!
@Miroshinen Well said. Concise and straight to the point. No doubt many will now think you are sat in the Pentagon writing these remarks under the watchful eye of Chief Mason George Bush.
@abaddon7878925 Most likely, though in reality, I listen to this song to relax, and seeing people talking about about a bunch of conspiracy bullshit pisses me off. And the only organization I belong to is a volunteer fire department.
It is great to hear this version, which is a five verse version. I believe the original version has one more verse. " Let the hero born of woman crush the serpent with his heel" verse is often left out and yet it is so powerfull and reminds us we are always in a battle against evil while in this world. Good people must don their battle armor every day here and do so while keeping their hearts and minds open.
Some of Julia Ward Howe's lyrics are very awkward to sing. Most performers avoid the difficult stanzas, so it's rare to hear the entire song. No problem for Odetta. A consequential American life. RIP.
ShelbySPB 2 weeks ago
Best version ever
esferanavidad 3 weeks ago
She was born to sing this beautiful hymm. What a powerful voice so rich with emotion. The best version I have ever heard.
EvansDrumsRock 1 month ago
One person has no soul.
b1warwick 1 month ago 2
I love the deep spirituality of this song. So much meaning in every line of lyrics. No body is better than Odetta for this song either. You can't tell me that her voice is not god given. Most modern pop singers could practice for 2000 years and not get close to the quality of voice she has.
heartfire451 1 month ago
I was looking up the lyrics to "All The Pretty Little Horses" and found my way here. WHOA!! I had never heard of Odetta before. You can bet that after listening to her, I will be seeking out more of her works. What a gift she was given in her voice!! I'm in awe.
curlygirlmom 2 months ago
@jellywillreturn
Mission Accomplished?
ShadowOfTheZone 2 months ago
I never knew what a beautiful song this was until now...
Many thanks, diana
aussiechickdiana 2 months ago
Beautiful! Thank you!
ourDC888 2 months ago
I got here from ponies.
jellywillreturn 3 months ago 6
@jellywillreturn Same here brony.
Miroshinen 1 week ago
wow
byusfuku1 5 months ago
Praise Jah (Jehovah) is Hallelujah in English. Praise Jah, Jesus did , by the way his name means Jehovah's salvation in Hebrew. The new Liveing Bible translation took Jehovah's name out. I dont think there Dad would have liked that but you know what they say money talks Jehovah has to walk. Just dont forget, our father who art in heaven hallowed be thy name. I wont tell you what hallowed means you'll have to look it up, remember Jesus said quote, when I return I wont be such a nice guy. LOL JAH!
777tommycrown 5 months ago
@777tommycrown your nuts! but go for it buddy! hey ras!
gnowave 4 months ago
the best version
georgel19841 5 months ago
If Americans ever take a stand and take down these evil New World Order people ruining the world, I hope this will be our battle song.
heartfire451 6 months ago 2
@heartfire451 There are no NWO people. All of this Masons, Knights of Columbus, etc. is all bullshit.
Miroshinen 3 months ago
@Miroshinen Well said. Concise and straight to the point. No doubt many will now think you are sat in the Pentagon writing these remarks under the watchful eye of Chief Mason George Bush.
abaddon7878925 2 months ago
@abaddon7878925 Most likely, though in reality, I listen to this song to relax, and seeing people talking about about a bunch of conspiracy bullshit pisses me off. And the only organization I belong to is a volunteer fire department.
Miroshinen 1 week ago
It is great to hear this version, which is a five verse version. I believe the original version has one more verse. " Let the hero born of woman crush the serpent with his heel" verse is often left out and yet it is so powerfull and reminds us we are always in a battle against evil while in this world. Good people must don their battle armor every day here and do so while keeping their hearts and minds open.
heartfire451 6 months ago
such power n that voice..man she was one of a kind.
aneverendingstory 6 months ago
I am scared.... I feel like God is coming to get us. thanks to her voice...*shivers*
Darkdemonoflite 7 months ago 2
Her voice scares me to death - it's so deep, so rich, so everything. Unbelievably moving.
siebentau 9 months ago 17
She sings this very close to the 1862 version. Beautiful, each word crisp and audible.
jrayeyt 9 months ago
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She knew what she best sang.
gutembergtube 1 year ago
This is the definitive version of the song...
bennyfifty 1 year ago 20
she knows the words are great and lets you understand every one. one of a kind, Odetta. R.I.P.
bbbartolo 1 year ago 5
great song.
Airbornerock 1 year ago