Sinner Man

The Weavers

About Sinner Man

"Sinner Man" or "Sinnerman" is an African American traditional spiritual song that has been recorded by a number of performers and has been incorporated in many other of the media and arts. The lyrics describe a sinner attempting to hide from divine justice on Judgment Day. It was recorded in the 1950s by Les Baxter, the Swan Silvertones, the Weavers and others, before Nina Simone recorded an extended version in 1965.


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Oh, sinner man, where you're gonna run to all on that day?

Oh, sinner man, where you're gonna run to?
Oh, sinner man, where you're gonna run to?
Oh, sinner man, where you're gonna run to all on that day?

Run to the moon, "Moon, won't you hide me?"
Run to the sea, "Sea, won't you hide me?"
Run to the sun, "Sun, won't you hide me all on that day?"

Lord said, "Sinner man, moon'll be a bleeding"
Lord said, "Sinner man, sea'll be a sinking"
Lord said, "Sinner man, sun'll be a freezing all on that day"

Oh, sinner man, where you're gonna run to?
Oh, sinner man, where you're gonna run to?
Oh, sinner man, where you're gonna run to all on that day?

Run to the Lord, "Lord, won't You hide me?"
Run to the Lord, "Lord, won't You hide me?"
Run, run, "Lord, won't You hide me all on that day?"

Lord said, "Sinner man, you should've been a praying"
Lord said, "Sinner man, should've been a praying"
Lord said, "Sinner man, should've been a praying all on that day"

Oh, sinner man, where you're gonna run to?
Oh, sinner man, where you're gonna run to?
Oh, sinner man, where you're gonna run to all on that day?

Oh, sinner man, where you're gonna run to?
Oh, sinner man, where you're gonna run to?
Oh, sinner man, where you're gonna run to all on that day?

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The Weavers

The Weavers were an American folk music quartet based in the Greenwich Village area of New York City. They sang traditional folk songs from around the world, as well as blues, gospel music, children's songs, labor songs, and American ballads, and sold millions of records at the height of their popularity. Their hard-driving string-band style inspired the commercial "folk boom" that followed them in the 1950s and 1960s, including such performing groups as The Kingston Trio and Peter, Paul, and Mary. more »

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Written by: TRADITIONAL, ERIK DARLING, FRED HELLERMAN, LEE HAYS, RONNIE GILBERT

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7 facts about this song

Authors & Composers
"Sinnerman" is a traditional African-American spiritual song that has been recorded by a number of performers. The authors and composers are unknown.
Nina Simone's Version
Nina Simone, renowned American singer and civil rights activist, recorded a 10-minute version of “Sinner Man” for her 1965 album, 'Pastel Blues.' - Simone's version diverged significantly from the traditional gospel song, introducing distinctive elements such as rhythmic piano, expressive vocals, and African-oriented beats to convey deep emotions. - It's considered one of Simone's most iconic and influential performances, showcasing her versatile musical style that merges gospel, jazz, and soul.
The Weavers' Version
Folk music quartet The Weavers recorded a version of "Sinner Man" in 1956 on their album, 'The Weavers at Carnegie Hall.' - The Weavers' rendition presents the song as a traditional folk tune, prioritizing vocal harmonies and simple instrumentation.
Film and TV Appearances
"Sinner Man" has been used extensively in movies, TV shows, and advertisements. Nina Simone's version, in particular, has been featured in multiple films such as "The Thomas Crown Affair", "Miami Vice", and "Inland Empire".
Remixes and Sample Use
The Song has been sampled and remixed by many artists, including notable remix by Felix Da Housecat released in 2003. It was a hit in clubs and reached number six on the Billboard dance charts.
Social Relevance
The song tackles themes of repentance and redemption, offering a profound exploration of the African-American struggle and spirituality. Simone's rendition, in particular, resonates as an outcry for justice and civil rights movement.
Languages
"Sinner Man" has been translated and covered in different languages by numerous artists across the globe, a testament to its universal appeal and influence.

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