God Don't Never Change

Blind Willie Johnson

About God Don't Never Change

"God Don't Never Change" is a gospel blues song recorded by Blind Willie Johnson in 1929, and released on Columbia 14490-D. The song is sometimes known as "God Don't Ever Change". The recording history suggests that the song was largely overlooked for many years, until it was noticed in the 1990s.


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Yes God, God don't never change
He's God, always will be God

God in the middle of the ocean
God in the middle of the sea
*the help of the great creator
Truly been a God to me
Hey God, God don't never change
God, always will be God

God in creation
God when Adam fell
God way up in heaven
God way down in hell
He's God, God don't never change
God, always will be God

Spoke to the mountain
Said how great I am
Want you to get up this mornin'
Skip around like a lamb
Well he's God, God don't never change
God, always will be God

God in the time of sickness
God in the doctor too
In the time of the influenza
He truly was a God to you
Well he's God, God don't never change
He's God, always will be God

God in the pulpit
God way down at the door
He's God in the amen corner
God all over the floor
Well he's God, God don't never change
God, always will be God

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Blind Willie Johnson

"Blind" Willie Johnson (January 22, 1897 – September 18, 1945) was an American singer and guitarist, whose music straddled the border between blues and spirituals. more »

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Written by: WILLIE JOHNSON

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Artist Background
"Blind Willie Johnson" was a gospel blues singer and guitarist who lost his sight at a very young age. Despite facing countless hardships and adversities, his haunting voice and distinctive style have left an indelible mark on American music.
Song Composition
The song "God Don't Never Change" is an embodiment of Johnson's skill and musical astuteness, with its powerful vocals and intricate slide guitar play. It is rendered in the key of Open D with a tuning of D A D F# A D.
Lyrics
The lyrics of "God Don't Never Change" present a poignant and profound view of human nature, faith, and resilience. The central theme is God's unchanging nature, emphasizing the belief that despite the transient and turbulent world, God remains constant.
Recording History
The song "God Don't Never Change" was recorded on December 3, 1927 in Dallas, Texas, and was released by Columbia Records in 1928.
Critical Acclaim
Even though Blind Willie Johnson was not a commercially successful artist during his lifetime, his work including "God Don't Never Change" has gained critical acclaim and recognition posthumously. His songs are considered pivotal to the development of the blues and gospel music genres.
Influence on Other Artists
The song "God Don't Never Change" has influenced numerous artists across various genres. This was evident by the release of the tribute album "God Don't Never Change: The Songs of Blind Willie Johnson" in 2016, featuring contemporary artists like Tom Waits, Lucinda Williams, and Derek Trucks.
Legacy
"God Don't Never Change" and Blind Willie Johnson's other songs continue to be studied by musicologists and ethnomusicologists for their unique blending of religious and secular themes. A powerful and moving composition, it remains an important part of shaping early American music, particularly blues and gospel music.
Song Inclusion in Media
Furthermore, Johnson's songs including "God Don't Never Change" have made their way to modern pop culture. "God Don't Never Change" was included in the soundtracks of major media productions, films, and series, highlighting his influence and the timeless quality of his music.

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