He Walked on Water

Randy Travis

About He Walked on Water

"He Walked on Water" is a song written by Allen Shamblin, and recorded by American country music singer Randy Travis. It was released in April 1990 as the third single from the album No Holdin' Back. The song peaked at number 2 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks (now Hot Country Songs) chart, and number 1 on Canada's RPM country chart.


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1995
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He wore starched white shirts buttoned at the neck,
And he'd sit in the shade and watch the chickens peck
And his teeth were gone, but what the heck,
I thought that he walked on water

He said he was a cowboy when he was young
He could handle a rope and he was good with a gun
And my mama's daddy was his oldest son,
And I thought that he walked on water

If the story was told, only heaven knows
But his hat seemed to me like an old halo
And although his wings, they were never seen
I thought that he walked on water

Then he tied a cord to the end of a mop,
And said, "son, here's a pony, keep her at a trot"
And I'd ride in circles while he laughed a lot
Then I'd flop down beside him

And he was ninety years old in sixty-three
And I loved him and he loved me
And lord, I cried the day he died,

'Cause I thought that he walked on water

If the story was told, only heaven knows
But his hat seemed to me like an old halo
And though his wings, they were never seen
I thought that he walked on water

Yeah, I thought that he walked on water

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Randy Travis

Randy Travis (born May 4, 1959) is an American country music singer and actor. Since 1985, he has recorded 20 studio albums and charted more than 50 singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts, and 16 of these were number one hits. Considered a pivotal figure in the history of country music, Travis broke through in the mid-1980s with the release of his album Storms of Life, which sold more than three million copies. The album established him as a major force in the Neotraditional country movement. Travis followed up his successful debut with a string of platinum and multi-platinum albums. more »

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Written by: ALLEN SHAMBLIN

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10 facts about this song

Song Details
"He Walked on Water" is a country song by American singer Randy Travis. - The song was released in April 1990 as the fourth single from his album "No Holdin' Back".
Chart Success
The song reached number two on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart. - Its success helped the album "No Holdin' Back" to reach platinum certification.
Songwriter
The song was written by Allen Shamblin, a notable country music writer who wrote hits for several country music artists.
Lyrics and Theme
The lyrics of "He Walked on Water" are about a young boy's respect and adoration for his great-grandfather. - The song details the myths that the boy believed about his great-grandfather, including the titular claim that "he walked on water."
Named Recognition
The song is one of Randy Travis's most recognized songs and a staple at his concerts. - The song's poignant lyrics and Randy's unique vocals made it a fan favorite.
Music Video
The music video for the song displays Randy Travis performing the song while various clips of family moments are shown, aligning with the song's theme of family heritage and values.
Awards and Nominations
Although the song did not win any awards, the emotional portrayal and lyrical brilliance earned critical acclaim for Randy Travis.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by many artists, most notably by artist Josh Turner for his album "Punching Bag" which was released in 2012.
Song Review
Many listeners have cited "He Walked on Water" as a tear-jerker due to its sentimental and emotional lyrics.
Commercial Success
Despite not reaching number one on the charts, "He Walked on Water" is considered one of Randy Travis's most commercially successful songs.

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