This edition was prepared by Eduardo Méndez — free to download, print, rehearse and perform.
I'm a-Rolling
Staff Notation • Sacred, Spirituals
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I'm a-Rolling — Lyrics
1. O, brothers, won’t you help me,
O, brothers, won’t you help me to pray?
Oh, brothers, won’t you help me,
Won’t you help me in the service of the Lord?
[Chorus]
I’m arolling, I’m arolling,
I’m arolling thro' an unfriendly world;
I’m arolling, I’m arolling through an unfriendly world
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About I'm a-Rolling
This arrangement of the traditional spiritual I'm a-Rolling is set for SATB choir. The text expresses a collective plea for help in prayer and service to the Lord, addressing brothers, sisters, and preachers alike. The chorus powerfully declares the singer's journey of "rolling" through an "unfriendly world", a metaphor for facing life's challenges and hardships while remaining steadfast in faith. This piece offers a compelling opportunity for choirs to explore the rich tradition of African American spirituals, conveying themes of communal support, resilience, and devotion through vibrant four-part harmony.
