Going Down to the River
Doug Seegers
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I'm going down to the river to wash my soul again I've been runnin with the Devil, and I know he's not my Friend I've been falling by this wayside, livin in this world of sin I'm going down to the river, gonna wash my soul again I'm going out to the country, to bury my head in a creek I'm gonna jump into that water, baptize both my feet Cause everywhere I've been walking I've been getting in trouble deep Going down to the river, gonna wash my soul again Well this whole world is going to Hell in a hand basket If I don't get some resurrection soon I 'm going to end up in a Casket Well Whoo I'm going down to the river to wash my soul again I've been runnin with the Devil, and I know he's not my Friend I've been falling by this wayside, livin in this world of sin I'm going down to the river, gonna wash my soul again I'm going down to the river, gonna wash my soul again I'm going down to the river, gonna wash my soul again
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13 facts about this song
Career ResurrectionDoug Seegers was a struggling street musician in Nashville before the song "Going Down To The River" skyrocketed him to fame in Sweden, effectively rejuvenating his music career.
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Swedish Connection"Going Down To The River" was first broadcast on a Swedish TV documentary about street musicians in Nashville.
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Immediate SuccessAfter the broadcast, the song reached number one in the Swedish iTunes chart in 24 hours, an incredibly rapid rise for an artist who was virtually unknown.
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Gold Record Status“Going Down To The River” elevated Seegers to superstar status in Sweden, ultimately winning him a gold record.
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CollaborationThe song is a collaborative piece involving country music artist Buddy Miller and wife Julie Miller, both of whom are Grammy winners.
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Album TitleThe song became so popular that it was used as the title for Seegers' debut album in 2013.
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Cover VersionThe song has been covered by popular artists such as diverse as Flatt Lonesome and Jennie Stearns.
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Background StoryThe song reflects Seegers' own experiences of personal struggle and homelessness before his incredible music career breakthrough.
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Genre ClassificationFans and critics classify "Going Down To The River" as a country blues song having deep spiritual overtones.
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RecognitionThe allure and popularity of this song led to Doug Seegers being signed to Warner Music.
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Impact"Going Down To The River" not just revolutionized Seegers' career but also led to a wider awareness and greater respect toward street musicians.
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Continual PopularityThis song continues to be one of Seegers most requested songs, both in the United States and overseas.
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Inspirational TaleThe success of "Going Down To The River" and Seegers' rise to fame served as an inspiration for many struggling artists worldwide, proving that passion and talent can shine through even in the most challenging circumstances.
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