When the Saints Go Marching In (Nursery Rhyme)

Summary

The song 'When the Saints Go Marching In' is a spiritual hymn that expresses a strong desire to join the saints in the afterlife. The recurring theme is a longing to be part of the faithful group when momentous events unfold, such as the sound of trumpets, the stars falling, the moon turning red, and the marching of the saints. It captures a hopeful aspiration for inclusion and companionship alongside fellow believers, portrayed through vivid imagery of celestial and apocalyptic events. The repetition underscores a deep emotional yearning for spiritual unity and salvation.

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Oh, when the saints go marching in
Oh, when the saints go marching in
Oh Lord I want to be in that number
When the saints go marching in.

Oh, when the drums begin to bang
Oh, when the drums begin to bang
Oh Lord I want to be in that number
When the saints go marching in.

Oh, when the stars fall from the sky
Oh, when the stars fall from the sky
Oh Lord I want to be in that number
When the saints go marching in.

Oh, when the moon turns red with blood
Oh, when the moon turns red with blood
Oh Lord I want to be in that number
When the saints go marching in.

Oh, when the trumpet sounds its call
Oh, when the trumpet sounds its call
Oh Lord I want to be in that number
When the saints go marching in.

Oh, when the horsemen begin to ride
Oh, when the horsemen begin to ride
Oh Lord I want to be in that number
When the saints go marching in.

Oh, brother Charles you are my friend
Oh, brother Charles you are my friend
Yea, you gonna be in that number
When the saints go marching in.

Oh, when the saints go marching in
Oh, when the saints go marching in
Oh Lord I want to be in that number
When the saints go marching in.