I Am a Pilgrim

by The Byrds

The Byrds ( /ˈbɜrdz/) were an American rock band, formed in Los Angeles, California in 1964. The band underwent multiple line-up changes throughout its existence, with frontman Roger McGuinn (aka Jim McGuinn) remaining the sole consistent member, until the group disbanded in 1973. Although they onl…

Year: 2015

I am a pilgrim and a stranger 
Traveling through this wearisome land 
I've got a home in that yonder city, good Lord 
And it's not, not made by hand 

I've got a mother, sister and a brother 
Who have gone this way before 
I am determined to go and see them, good Lord 
For they're on that other shore 

I'm goin' down to the river of Jordan 
Just to bathe my wearisome soul 
If I can just touch the hem of his garment, good Lord 
Then I know he'd take me home 

I am a pilgrim and a stranger 
Traveling through this wearisome land 
I've got a home in that yonder city, good Lord 
And it's not, not made by hand