From the recording REFUGE
By 1917, Harry Burleigh had beautifully arranged over 40 spirituals for solo voice, by far his most popular arrangement is Deep River. This immensely powerful song was used by Michael Tippet as the moving Finale to his oratorio A Child of our Time. It also has a strong personal connection for me to my Mum, who sang this regularly as a guest soloist.
Lyrics
Deep River,
My home is over Jordan.
Deep River, Lord.
I want to cross over into campground.
Deep River.
my home is over Jordan.
River, Lord,
I want to cross over into campground.
Oh, don't you want to go,
To the Gospel feast;
That Promised Land,
Where all is peace?
Oh, deep River, Lord,
I want to cross over into campground.