When God Comes and Gathers His Jewels

Hank Williams

About When God Comes and Gathers His Jewels

"When God Comes and Gathers His Jewels" is a hymn written by Hank Williams. It was the B-side to his second single, "Wealth Won't Save Your Soul," released in 1947 on Sterling Records. Williams wrote and performed spiritual music throughout his career on his radio shows and in concert, usually closing personal appearances with his famous gospel number "I Saw the Light." He recorded this song on December 11, 1946 at WSM Studios in Nashville with Fred Rose producing and was backed on the session by the Willis Brothers, who also went by the name of the Oklahoma Wranglers: James "Guy" Willis (guitar), Vic Wallis (accordion), Charles "Skeeter" Willis (fiddle), and Charles "Indian" Wright (bass).  


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2005
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The ceremony was over
A lad stood alone in tears
For he had just said goodbye
To the one he had loved through the years.

He stood all alone with his head bowed down
As though his heart would break
Then the Parson came over and took his hand
And to him these words he did say.

[Chorus]
When God comes and gathers his jewels
All his treasures of diamonds and gold
You'll meet her up there in heaven so fair
When God comes and gathers his jewels.
(Substitute I'll meet her, on last chorus)

Each night when the pale moon is shining
You can see this lad all alone
With his eyes lifted toward heaven
He's repeating these words he was told.

[Chorus]

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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: HANK WILLIAMS SR.

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11 facts about this song

Artist Background
"When God Comes and Gathers His Jewels" is a song performed by renowned artist Hank Williams, considered one of the most influential country musicians in history.
Song Creation
This song was written and recorded by Hank Williams. In November 1947, he made his first recordings for Sterling Records. "When God Comes and Gathers His Jewels" was part of his early recordings.
Hosalea Durham's Influence
The song was co-written by Hank's wife Loyce’s grandfather, Dr. Hosalea Durham. This shows how family and loved ones influenced Hank's music.
Debut Album
The song was included in his first MGM record, making it a part of his early professional discography.
Religious Theme
The song explores deeply spiritual and religious themes - a hallmark of Hank's style and preferred subject matter. It reflects on the event of 'Judgement Day'.
Album Artwork
The original album artwork featured an illustration of Hank Williams with his guitar, reflecting his iconic, country music style.
Musical Style
Musically, "When God Comes and Gathers His Jewels" is a traditional country ballad. Its sound is representative of the genre at that time, defined largely by the use of the steel guitar.
Posthumous Releases
Hank William's untimely death in 1953 adds a certain poignancy to this song among his others, with many posthumous releases keeping his music alive for fans.
Cultural Impact
Like many of Hank's songs, "When God Comes and Gathers His Jewels" has been covered multiple times, indicating its cultural and musical significance.
Chart Performance
Despite not receiving high chart placement upon release, the song has remained a significant part of Hank's catalog, showing a legacy extending beyond immediate commercial success.
Influence in Gospel Music
The song also reflects Hank's influence in gospel music. It’s a genre he drew on heavily throughout his career, merging it with country to create a unique sound.

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