Michael, Row The Boat Ashore Lyrics
Cedarmont Kids
Lyrics
Michael, row the boat ashore, Hallelujah
Michael row the boat ashore, Hallelujah
My brothers and sisters are all aboard, Hallelujah
My brothers and sisters are all aboard, Hallelujah
Michael row the boat ashore, Hallelujah
Michael row the boat ashore, Hallelujah
The river is deep and the river is wide, Hallelujah
Milk and honey on the other side, Hallelujah
Michael row the boat ashore, Hallelujah
Michael row the boat ashore, Hallelujah
Jordan's river is chilly and cold, Hallelujah
Chills the body but not the soul, Hallelujah
Michael row the boat ashore, Hallelujah
Michael row the boat ashore, Hallelujah
Song & Lyrics Facts
Cedarmont Kids' popular song "Michael, Row the Boat Ashore" is a traditional spiritual folk song. It was released on their album Sing Along Bible Songs in 1996 and it's genre is gospel/children's music.
The lyrics were written by African American slaves in the 19th century and the band members are Cedarmont Kids. The song has been covered by numerous artists including Harry Belafonte, Peter Paul & Mary, Johnny Cash and many more. According to AllMusic, this track is one of the most widely recorded songs from the 20th century with its simple yet powerful lyrics: “Michael row the boat ashore, Hallelujah! Sister help to trim the sail, Hallelujah!"