The Shores of Jordan

Iris DeMent

I () looked up into heaven, I thought I'd () ries. I () clue to my destiny. But the () rhyme of life confounds me, Things will () be. So I'll () me. I travelled to a prison, Saw my share of shattered dreams. Were the tables slightly tilted I could be bound they could be free. But I believe no tear goes wasted, And so I fell there on my knees. And vowed I'd dance the shores of Jordan 'till the angels carried me. I'm gonna () very favourite song, 'Cause I () long. And there () be, So I'll just ( I saw a weary traveller heading down a dusty road. I said, "Friend may I help you, it seems you haul a heavy load." And he said, "Although my burden's heavy, in my heart I'm travelling light. So I can cross old river Jordan when I'm called to the other side." Chorus:

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