What are the lyrics of Drop, Drop, Slow Tears by Walter Wells?

“Drop, Drop, Slow Tears” begins: Drop, drop, slow tears,… Read the full lyrics on ChoirPDFs.

Who composed Drop, Drop, Slow Tears?

Drop, Drop, Slow Tears was composed by Walter Wells.

What language is Drop, Drop, Slow Tears sung in?

Drop, Drop, Slow Tears is sung in English.

Drop, Drop, Slow Tears by Walter Wells — Lyrics & Sheet Music (PDF)

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Added Jul 29, 2026

Composer: Walter Wells

Format: Staff

Language: English

Pages: 4 pages

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Drop, Drop, Slow Tears by Walter Wells — Lyrics

Drop, drop, slow tears, And bathe those beauteous feet Which brought from Heaven The news and Prince of Peace. Cease not, wet eyes, His mercy to entreat;

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About Drop, Drop, Slow Tears

Walter Wells's Drop, Drop, Slow Tears is a sacred anthem for SATB choir, setting a poignant English text. The music reflects the devotional nature of the lyrics, which plead for divine mercy and forgiveness. The composer uses the words to explore themes of penitence and the desire to have sins washed away by tears of contrition. The piece's structure and harmonic language effectively convey the profound emotional weight of the text, making it a moving choice for choral programs seeking to explore themes of faith and redemption through music.