Rhiannon Giddens - Wayfaring Stranger

[@mamagugan6158]

This will be played at my funeral....

[@davidrogers6287]

How do you know?

[@johnoz1978]

I am a million years old and I hate bloody technology. I have just realised that without it I would never of heard this amazing lady. Totally breathtaking in every way.

[@gertweber157]

that ugly thing - we use to call it 'dialectics' ...

[@patrickgleason2066]

Just the voice and a very simple accompaniment. So beautiful!

[@raydavison4288]

Me too, John. Me too.

[@annefee1413]

❤️

[@Pashspoms]

Lol, I'm three quarters a million years old and I agree!!

[@carriereaves719]

My mother wanted this played at her funeral and I had it played. There was not a dry eye during the entire service. I still sob when I hear this.

[@ikkenhisatsu7170]

I cried when I read this. I hope your mother rests in peace.

[@soulvaccination8679]

It is a song for the strong but lonely soul.

[@АнатолийКоротич-д4с]

Easy ways for your mom...

[@masercot]

Made me tear-up just listening...

[@joncoleman9706]

Johnny Cash does an amazing version of this song also.

[@danielsouth9212]

Remember, before we split it into "Rock”, “R&B”, “Country”, and whatever other label we put on it, American music came from a blending of cultures. It came from Scotts and Irish folk, it came from African rhythms instruments and chord structure, it came from Latin syncopation and arrangements. I love to hear an artist put it all back together.

[@danielsouth9212]

Oh, absolutely. And, bands like Volbeat and Katzenjammer are bringing it back around full circle.

[@danielsouth9212]

Sometimes, here in the US a few people take divisions (musical genre, social status, or ancestry) far too seriously. That's why I so love seeing those same divisions taken back down.

[@darthmusturd9526]

Konstantin Ridaya Otava yo is Russian, but you can hear how it influenced bluegrass

[@AndromedaCripps]

A beautiful sentiment.

[@itsokaytobeclownpilled5937]

Civic nationalist much? There was no Latin or African rhythm in the beginning years of America. You’re pushing communism with your revisionist BS.

[@sethcragan6908]

Her choice to stay on one chord the entire song is quite honestly on of the most beautiful things I have ever heard. It becomes such a haunting song. I absolutely love how she plays that fretless bango. She is a treasure.

[@Christian-my4dp]

Listen to Rhiannon play her original song “Julie”. Truly haunting

[@ronobrien7187]

I had to listen again to realize this. An amazing touch on the song and a nice pick up by you.

[@thomasbrown3325]

The accordion is playing the harmony for her.

[@monoped8437]

less, is more

[@anjou6497]

Yes. One fret songs also go way back to the original blues. A tin can with just cat gut strings didnt stop the most beautiful, moving sound. 👍

[@pbohearn]

I sang this acapella as my fathers body was lowered into the ground. My goodbye. I was worried I wouldn't be able to get through it. And then I realize it was an about me but about honoring him. And I got through it. RIP Leo.

[@TokyoBlue587]

that's beautiful. What a loving tribute to your father.

[@jeffj318]

Patrick Oh What a loving song to sing. Your heart must have been breaking at the same time.

[@Cosmic__Radiation]

Very sad, but beautiful at the same time.

[@christopherterry9114]

lol

[@connierios9436]

I'm sorry for your loss. But what an amazing tribute. You're a credit to your father's memory & legacy. May you RIP Leo! & may you find solace in such an honoring, Patrick Oh!

[@portcullis5622]

One of the most beautiful songs ever written, sung by one of the finest and most soulful singers in the business. Doesn't really get much better than this.

[@baillar100]

Precisely!

[@BernieMittens]

Except it originated in the 19th century, and has been copied numerous times. Great examples are Cash and Emmy Lou Harris.

[@rebeccagray2443]

Agreed !

[@portcullis5622]

Yes, I know that it is a taditional hymn, covered by many modern artists. I said it was one of the most beautiful songs ever written; the fact that it was written in the 19th century as a hymn (and I aren't religious) merely confirms the fact that it is a wonderful song.

[@YewrMan]

Portcullis Rhiannon's version is more than wonderful.

[@juliannaosman2365]

This is stunning. I can't believe I've only just discovered this woman

[@keithlamphere]

same - she's so incredible!

[@dragon53777]

It was random for me but yeah.....I was blown away.

[@Ring0fSaturn]

Both her albums, Tomorrow Is My Turn and Freedom Highway, are worth owning. We need to support artists like her, artists with integrity.

[@portcullis5622]

Very well said!

[@monkkeylover123]

Same hear. Incredible!

[@richardcox6935]

I from the North GA hills and this the best version of this I've EVER heard. This Gal looks and sings like an Angel.

[@Celia-k6n]

I love that voice so much!

[@chinto50]

I'm 72. been playing a long time.. began in the 60s and played all that " British envasion" stuff, moved on the pop, by the 90s was playing blues, and in the last 10 years have been working on old folk blues and that has led me to blue grass,,, and now to my Irish roots.. Love this song.. and just love Rhiannon and her treatment of this piece. Its all music and its all good.. 8 years ago I threw away all picks.. and just use fingers now.. Sometimes I think.. go to the root.. learn that and move on from there.. its has taken 60 years to come to this style of music.. and its the most touching music I have found.. play whats in your heart.. to heck if anyone else likes it.

[@ronnieorsak9132]

My son passed away 1year and 7 months ago you make me smile again. With a thousand smiles. Old man

[@snowdirt62]

73 year old man here. I too lost a son. He was 18. Amen brother. Ken, on the hudson river

[@matthewkeeley4479]

Rhiannon Giddens has brought the history of Minstrel and traditional string bands to the forefront by talent and by training. Years of performing with family and bands i.e Carolina Chocolate Drops; nominated and awarded an Emmy. She is also a graduate of North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics; Studies of Vocal Opera Oberlin Conservatory. I wish her decades of performing and continuing the expression of many musical paths.

[@Bubbles99718]

Her insane hotness might have a bit to do with it as well.

[@casaamaril]

She's a marvel, so talented and genuine. Never knew about the math and sciences, that only adds to her scope.

[@zombiewulfgrld6055]

Wow! My sister went to Oberlin many years ago f/her undergrad. Not often I hear that name. Always cool when I do. My visit there as a young teen was eye-opening. Just like finding my new Bluegrass hero. Keeping porch music alive!!

[@Syllogyzym]

She's a very cool woman. My mom also went from the School of Science of Math to Oberlin, and sees her around at reunions.

[@themermaidstale5008]

I read a lot of War of the Roses and Tudor medieval historical fiction and think about minstrels and players a lot.

[@tomminton5512]

With her beauty and talent she could easily be a pop star making millions. I love that she plays the music she loves.

[@mikegoldberg5261]

I think she'd like to be a pop star if she could do it without any compromise of her vision. If any roots musician is capable of doing that in today's America, it would probably be her.

[@nancychiavetta1351]

She's a professionally trained opera singer, which she loved, but gave it up because it didn't fit her vision. I think she's right where she wants to be.

[@beckyjordan1675]

I am a poor wayfaring stranger Traveling through this world alone There is no sickness, toil nor danger In that fair land to which I go I'm goin' home to meet my mother I'm goin' home, no more to roam I am just goin' over Jordan I am just goin' over home I know dark clouds will gather round me I know my way is rough and steep But golden fields lie out before me Where river deep will never see I'm goin' home to meet my mother I'm goin' home, no more to roam I am just goin' over Jordan I am just goin' over home I am just goin’ over home I am just goin’ over home

[@KYearwood]

When my grandmother was on hospice, i tried the best i could to keep the bad thoughts out of her head, to remind her of her faith, and that she was going to a good place. Our nusic tastes had been different forfor a while, but i found a tape of hers with this song on it. I had recently found your version. Didnt see it as a christian song per se, but it was a gateway for my grandmother and i to communicate through a new frequency, a spiritual one. Your song, your voice will always remind me of her and how i walked her home to be with god.

[@robinlogan8099]

I’ve just discovered Rhiannon & am enchanted. A wonderful rendition of a beautiful song. 🇨🇦

[@aldenheterodyne2833]

I would say "welcome to the club" but you posted this a year ago. How have her beautiful songs been treating you? For me personally, she makes me cry a lot.

[@robinlogan8099]

@@aldenheterodyne2833 , speaks to my soul. ❤️

[@spivvo]

I just fell down a Rhiannon Giddens rabbit hole..... I am now a fan, what a lovely pure voice.

[@richardalester9635]

I have heard a hundred versions of this song over the years, but this one has tears running down my face. Beautiful.

[@pputnam100]

Check out Jo Stafford's version

[@rnsnbrmpf]

I can sing it with Johnny Cash and others. But with this version, my throat is closed and tears are coming! Rhiannon got the soul for this song! ❤

[@spriggan1437]

I think this might be the most beautiful song I have ever heard.

[@SB-vp8yy]

Best version I've ever heard...

[@julieannakessler]

Thank you for this beautiful, haunting rendition. ♥

[@blueboyjournal]

Your voice floors me, buries me, excavates me from a dense loam, and leaves me uprooted in the sun

[@236260]

Man, you do it justice with your words.

[@mirapeerance]

It's way more than talent she carries. The Spirit of all her ancestors got together and agreed on her. She carries healing through her beauty, her voice, her skills and her knowledge. People of America, of Africa, Europe and the world don't mistake the meaning of her energy. She's here for all of us and that takes a lot of courage too.

[@rainforme1850]

Way better than the trash that’s in the radio

[@starmessenger]

Mesmerizing beauty and the voice of an angel

[@maggieking6619]

Riveting! I am of Scots descent and an Appalachian grown girl. This music has the same effect on me as bagpipes. It is the music of MY tribe. My tribes went through many tribulations but never gave up on their freedom. Thank you lovely woman.

[@DeepCrossing1]

A traditional Socttish melody, travelled the ocean to America, and found it's way back again, hundreds of years later. This music has living history. Kind of amazing when you think about it.

[@maideegirl189]

So it's actually a Scottish song?

[@DeepCrossing1]

@@maideegirl189 I think according to the full documentary, if I remember correctly yes, it migrated from Scotland to Northern Ireland, then to America.

[@maideegirl189]

The Scotch- Irish as they quaintly call themselves.... Those in N. Ireland know themselves as British/Loyalists 😊.

[@melindashannon1015]

This gives me goosebumps. Yes - Rhiannon's cover is that good - and I've heard hundreds of versions.

[@mikegoldberg5261]

Hundreds of versions? Yikes. I guess you're heard Red Molly's version?

[@pauledwards3992]

Rhiannon has I believe the purest , most beautiful female voice in music right now. I have several of her solo CDS and with Carolina chocolate drops and this musician is the real deal. Extremely talented banjo player , singer songwriter. I have nothing but utmost respect for her. She's been a big influence on my own songwriting and banjo and guitar playing. Thanks for the you tube rhiannon.

[@stephaniestephanie617]

I’d like to see her duet with kd lang

[@dmsentra]

But Rebekka Nilsson is the one that gives me chills singing this song.

[@MFM230]

I heard Rhiannon in an interview on "Fresh Air" with Terry Gross on Juneteenth, 2020, and I cannot get this woman's music out of my head--and heart, for listening to her brings me to tears.

[@craigfarnham268]

I must’ve missed that episode- thanks for mentioning it, I’m definitely going to look it up!!

[@cestmoi5702]

Me too! Gonna find it now!! 🙏🏾

[@donnavaughn9409]

she reminds me of the joan baez record with a white background I had in 1970

[@lovefeist3136]

@@donnavaughn9409 Any Day Now

[@rainforme1850]

She sings the language of the soul

[@peterreimerMannaufderBank]

Als jemand, der von Kind an mit (Folk)musik aus verschiedensten Kulturen aufgewachsen ist und heute noch spielt und liebt: das hier ist ein echtes Juwel für mich. Danke. Wirklich großartig.

[@HomesweetNome]

I want to go back in time when things were simple. I also love this music. I thank God there are people keeping this music alive. I also love the "The way down wanderers"

[@margaretgibb7828]

I’m going to Rhiannon’s concert next week in Edinburgh. Cant wait second time I will have seen her in person. At age 73 I’m a late fan but think she’s amazing.

[@Ymirson999]

Never heard of Rhiannon Giddens before, ever, but after hearing her put forth the first syllable in this song, she now has a new fan.

[@sistertracy-thechurchofroc6574]

She's amazing.

[@sandydundas9787]

The best version ever of this great song. Rhiannon and Phil, great duetting.

[@chrishoneycutt9839]

Giddens is a master class.

[@asyouwishstudios436]

One of the most beautiful, female vocals I’ve ever heard.

[@letmetellyousomething123]

Oh my word! This is heartwrenchingly beautiful. The accordianist is beautifully contrasted.

[@dolcefarniente8768]

The accordianist is Phil Cunningham, one of Scotland's best musicians.

[@johnmc3862]

Under used.

[@banjohero1182]

@@dolcefarniente8768 thanks, wanted to know who he was

[@stevevice4991]

Sometimes a song and a singer come together and it makes us realize what music is all about. A perfect arrangement brought together by the perfect singer. I am just blown away by this.

[@jeroenvandend]

that's the wierd part for me this version was a hit an miss for me, beautifully sung but lacking the 'right emotion' imho

[@jasonshumate6456]

That Song is 300+ years old, that was Beautiful, and gives me Goosebumps.

[@joaosoares-rr5mj]

one thing that i find amazing, is that this song have tens of dozens of versions, ans each one of them is special in their own way, is like gods creations, all different, but all special.

[@kenstreet643]

Left me weeping like a baby. Stunning!

[@TheAngelrays]

this is beautiful, i don't understand why she isn't more popular

[@northbouy2625]

TheAngelrays a question I find myself asking quite often.

[@snowingsart4568]

PROBABly because she is real. No fake makeup or dressing. She is from the heart, the soul.

[@franksabatino7576]

Rhiannon's clear, beautiful voice, the spare banjo and accordion, make this song perfect. And make a nonbeliever want to believe. Here is a true artist, whose integrity, courage, and humility have their own voice, quiet but undeniable. She has been added to my list of cultural treasures.

[@johnnyparker9928]

The accordion player is AWESOME! Note the soulful look of grief on his weathered face as he skilfully follows his heartfelt notes. This music is gripping.

[@anitaholladay2389]

One of the best: Phil Cunningham. Look for videos under his own name as well as Highland Sessions and Transatlantic Sessions. He is appropriately subdued here, but he's a virtuoso.

[@1earflapping]

He has also written some beautiful songs.

[@deplorablesecuritydevices]

A fool! I thought I had heard music. Then heard this MUSIC! My ears wept for every sound before this was pain. Now as the song ends... fear .. of the absence of pure beauty.

[@donnaoberlin915]

She brings me to tears!!

[@bigogarland7325]

My friend who I grew up with, Billy Constable played banjo and guitar with Doc Watson and many others. Doc Watson was our neighbor. Both went over Jordan , now. Thank you for this Rhiannon.

[@mikewilliams2687]

Ya, NC and other appalachian states have turned out some unique and awesome talents...love me some Doc as well. and Ricky Skaggs on anything with strings.

[@maxpower2542]

Amazing vocals, simply amazing. It's a sad situation when a voice like this only has 3k likes and some autotuned pop clone has millions. THIS is true talent.

[@kaugusta1]

Good news is that this has 2.2mm now in Aug 2020! May even more people find her....

[@Mezbourian]

I know, I feel like singing on key should be a requirement. If you need autotune, go find something else to do for a living.

[@amyhatch3761]

You can pay someone a compliment without insulting or belittling others

[@maxpower2542]

@@amyhatch3761 Yes, you can, but it's not mandatory. The truth is what the truth is.

[@Merble]

This subtle, mournful version and Hayde's more 'alive', spitefully sad version and the unknown original make a holy trinity.

[@theonesickman]

I have hears many versions of this and jeez, nothing puts the chills up like this one, simple and perfect

[@luigiA.M.]

This song and this Woman voice touch me deeply. God bless you all

[@Troy_nov1965]

I have heard many renditions of this song but i think this one tops them all........it literally brings tears to my eyes. I think this is what I will play at my funeral.

[@ilyakilya9274]

Hands down the finest ever rendition of this timeless masterpiece

[@TJNorton]

Just beautiful. Rhiannon is one of my favorite modern artists. Love the Carolina Chocolate Drops.

[@badvoodoo404]

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[@barbkeen1221]

TJ Norton So do I! Heard them on NPR one day and I was hooked!

[@reida9]

Voice of an Angel...thank you...and the accordion counterpoint is haunting

[@BirdYoumans]

In today's world of amazing technology, "100 watt Marshalls" and shredding at a thousand notes per second among other things, after all the fretboard calisthenics and showboating it still comes back to one thing. Can you make me cry? I love this lady!

[@kathrynmolesa1641]

Folk music has always been very emotional. She harkens back to the 60’s.

[@Canuckmom128]

Now THAT, Ladies and Gentlemen, is a REAL Artist. No body parts hanging out, no dumb props, no nonsense, not even a stitch of makeup. Just the voice of an angel, some serious banjo skills, and accompanied by an accordian, singing a moving, traditional song. How refreshing.

[@Mike-le6ed]

Sure, deny me the occasional breast exposure, thanks.

[@ShirleyOToole]

Absolutely best version of this song I heard of. The simplicity of the musical accompaniment and the purity of Rhiannon's voice makes it an almost holy experience.

[@marcibb3167]

Wow!!! this never gets old

[@TheAcworthdude]

They say Certain People have the voice of a Angel . . I bet Angels wish they could sing like Rhiannon Giddens

[@mikehubbard5493]

I've come to deep waters. Rhiannon is deep, dark, and blue, and what a gift.

[@cmfp7894]

Me too brother. Dark, deep waters.

[@gizmo5817]

Thank you Ken Burns. I had not heard of Rhiannon until I watched the first episode of his series on Country Music.

[@clos5700]

Gizmo581 same

[@guitarmatricide4834]

Me too. She had a lot of great, incisive remarks to add too.

[@mikewilliams2687]

We tried to keep her selfishly in NC, but she was far too great for that, LOL

[@paulcantshutup]

A voice like lightning in the dark, or sunshine piercing through on a cloudy day. God. What beauty.

[@Rkhenley47]

Beautiful. Touches my soul.

[@PursuingHeaven]

That was beautiful and made me think of my mom...bless you

[@jamescarr5989]

I've been following Rhiannon Giddens music journey for 5 yrs with great delight and admiration! Her version of "Wayfaring Stranger" is delivered with so much soul! I am referring to the elemental core of all sentient beings. The part of us that feels pain, struggle, and the joy of life. Thank you Rhiannon for your gift you share with all so beautifully!! Jim Carr, Colorado

[@robnotter6455]

Listened again on Mother's Day. So lovely and bittersweet. Blessings to all of you waiting to see your Mothers. Thank You Lord for Jordan...

[@goodwintrent4453]

Beautiful, subtile accompaniment by Phil Cunningham on accordion. Phil is a master of traditional British Isles music.

[@andrewhay8955]

Superbly put

[@dailiesxo9911]

This was my grandfathers favourite song - he will be gone two years Friday. Hearing her sing this gives me some comfort.

[@propriusly]

An excellent performance of this ols folk song.

[@ronstewart2871]

Well I am new to Rhiannon Giddens...but I won't be for long! What a great singer!!!

[@tonyheller4714]

Lovely, simple, and direct performances by Rhiannon and Phil Cunningham, vocally and instrumentally, on a much beloved song! Bravo!

[@toepetal5pink244]

So clear, pure, and like water flows with grace, love it, thank you, bless us all.

[@socratesgoulas9036]

With just a few simple notes, a masterpiece was created!!! Greetings from Hellas.

[@Lopsided_scientist]

This is a song my son in the womb jumps around when hearing. Thank you ❤️

[@kavathza4660]

christ, this is one of the most beautiful things i've ever seen.

[@catofninetales3125]

The last time I played this song was for my mother on the telephone: I was at home on the piano, and she was in the hospital for the last time....I played it beautifully and would not even touch the piano after that... A beautiful rendition by Rhiannon Giddens! Thank you so much!

[@demetrakis7t2]

God bless ur mum

[@harvdog5669]

Oh cat, your mom would want you to keep playing music. Don't stop, we need more musicians to step up and play.. Music brings people together. God loves you. 😊😊😊✝️🇺🇸🤠🪕🪕

[@brendamontero7348]

This is my first time hearing this. It is a Beautiful song, beautifully sung. A very unique rendition.

[@homeyleclerk4632]

I listened and may can now die, grateful for everything within this ancient dirge, not to mention the chilling artistry of this young American icon and the perhaps the dryest pathos you may hear in an an instrument you wear #squeezebox

[@ArjunLSen]

This is a hard song to do well. Rhiannon Giddens, your voice is just DIVINE! I am at your feet lady. 🙏

[@sethschackmann6200]

Bluegrass just grabs your soul and her voice speaks to it

[@homolgus1]

she is something very special such a voice and a magical presence why have we not heard more of her

[@megatrollificus]

"magical presence". Yeah, I get that from her almost every time. I much prefer her roots music stuff, but she's always great.

[@CarSVernon]

cause we let 12-15 year olds dictate what's "cool".

[@rowan1208]

CarSVernon fuck off then

[@CarSVernon]

what is your problem

[@rowan1208]

CarSVernon you can still hear her. It's not our fault young people have a say in the world now is it?

[@annettajackson5638]

Angel on this earth she has lived several lifetime's 😫

[@tommckinnon1005]

Haunting and beautiful. She is a gift to the world.

[@gainesp2003gainesp]

Powerful and beautiful.

[@liviettecanez1527]

my daddy loved her and showed me this twice 1 year ago and another 2 years ago. I never realized how much resonated with my daddy. We lost my nana (his mom) just a year before him and he kinda gave up after that. What he wanted more than anything was something that no money could buy. Something un-purchasable, to see his mama. I hope they are together now. Dad and I were dragons on the chinese zodiac. I'm a good dragon and he's a wood dragon. He passed away Jan 01 2024, this year is the year of the wood dragon. Isn't life crazy? Don't take anything for granted.

[@garrulus3399]

Thank you for sharing. I am sure they are together now.

[@DavidTransformer]

Saw Rhiannon last night in Glasgow. Awesome talent with a voice to die for. Great night.

[@colinjackhancock]

I've heard a LOT of versions of this song, many of them really good. But this is easily one of the best. What a voice!

[@dancochrane617]

This is excellent. What a beautiful voice. Thanks 🙏 made my day better

[@retromombieren5259]

Such a great voice... possibly one of the best this century

[@danmartinez7534]

Thank you TicTok for discovering this amazing lady and her amazing voice

[@chrisdaigle5410]

I have listened to several versions of this song. I had to come back here to wash them out of my head/ears. This is the best version in my opinion.

[@theresamay9481]

Joan Baez

[@chrisdaigle5410]

@@theresamay9481 Respectfully, no. I love Joan Baez and most of her music, but the renditions of this song by her that I can find are not something I enjoy.

[@scottsmith4612]

Amazing woman. She's smart, beautiful, and has one-in-a-million talent. She sings from her heart.

[@carablair6098]

Gave me goosebumps.

[@timothywilliams2252]

Old hillbilly, here... this was so beautiful, I'm (literally) in tears! I've been a fan of Rhiannon Giddens, and the Carolina Chocolate Drops, for quite some time, now... I never though anyone could top Emmylou on this song, but, now it's arguable

[@robertstein7211]

I heard this song for the first time when I saw the movie 1917 which I now watched a second time its a haunting song finely done by this lady but I will take the movie version guy over her..I researched the song and it's history so many artists have recorded it I enjoyed her version..I am 84..

[@ajeje1996]

Such a powerful performance with such a stripped down melody

[@harrisongrass]

What a pure, sweet voice!!!

[@patrickcolvin4478]

Rhiannon has one of the purest voices that I have heard ☘️☘️☘️

[@michaelarsham6997]

She gives me new life

[@tameryoussef6546]

Great version and her voice is breathtaking.