Home in Heaven

Hank Williams

About Home in Heaven

"A Home in Heaven" is a hymn written by Hank Williams and recorded as a duet with his wife Audrey Williams. It was released as a single on MGM Records in 1956.


Year:
1961
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Around me many are building
Homes of beauty and wealth
But what of a home in heaven
Where will you live after death

Are you building a home in heaven
To live in when this life is o'er
Will you move to that beautiful city
And live with Christ ever more

Long is the road that leads you
To that beautiful home up there
Is work on your home completed
Death may be lingering near

Are you building a home in heaven
To live in when this life is o'er
Will you move to that beautiful city
And live with Christ ever more

Are you ready for his coming
Have you been true all along
Have you finished your building in glory
Will you move to this heavenly home

Are you building a home in heaven
To live in when this life is o'er
Will you move to that beautiful city
And live with Christ ever more

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Hank Williams

Hank Williams (/hæŋk wɪljəmz /; September 17, 1923 – January 1, 1953), born Hiram King Williams, was an American singer-songwriter and musician regarded as one of the most important country music artists of all time. Williams recorded 35 singles (five released posthumously) that would place in the Top 10 of the Billboard Country & Western Best Sellers chart, including 11 that ranked number one. more »

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Written by: WILLIAMS, SR.

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12 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Home in Heaven" is a country gospel song by the iconic singer Hank Williams.
Lyricist Info
Hank Williams wrote the lyrics to "Home in Heaven."
Music Genre
The song belongs to the Country Gospel genre, which combines elements of traditional gospel with a country flavor.
Song Image
"Home in Heaven" provides a comforting vision of the afterlife, describing a place of peace and eternal happiness.
Published Date
"Home in Heaven" was included in a posthumous compilation album 'The Unforgettable Hank Williams' which was released in 1974.
Recording Info
"Home in Heaven" was one of the numerous demo recordings made by Williams for the song publisher Fred Rose.
Song Theme
With lyrics such as "Looking forward the day I make it, to my home in heaven above," the song reflects Williams' deep religious faith.
Notability
Being a Hank Williams song, "Home in Heaven" is also significant because Williams has been acknowledged as one of the most influential country musicians of all time.
Unique Quality
Like many of Williams' gospel songs, "Home in Heaven" skillfully blends a lively rhythm with profound, heartfelt lyrics.
Relationship with Carrie Underwood
Popular modern country artist Carrie Underwood has cited Hank Williams as an influence and covered his song "I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry" in concerts, showing the continued influence of Williams' music, including songs like "Home in Heaven."
Hank Williams' Legacy
Despite his early death at age 29, Hank Williams left behind a rich legacy of music which included songs like "Home in Heaven", that continue to enjoy popularity and influence subsequent generations of country and popular music musicians.
Mysterious Circumstances
Some of Williams' religious songs, including "Home in Heaven," are thought to present a stark contrast to his hard-living lifestyle and abrupt death in 1953.

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