Introduction
“Across the Bridge” is a gospel song written by Walter Scott and first recorded by Jim Reeves in 1962. It was released on Reeves’ album We Thank Thee, which was a collection of traditional hymns. The song quickly became a hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart. It has since been covered by many other artists, including Cliff Ledger, Jim Tobin, Alan Ladd, and Ian Greig.
The song tells the story of a journey to the afterlife, with the bridge representing the transition from this world to the next. The singer describes the beauty and peace that they find on the other side, and they express their longing to be reunited with their loved ones who have already passed away.
The song has been praised for its simple yet powerful message of hope and comfort. It has been performed at countless funerals and memorials, and it continues to be a popular choice for those who seek solace in the face of loss.
“Across the Bridge” is a timeless gospel song that has resonated with listeners for generations. It is a song of hope and comfort, offering a glimpse of the beauty and peace that await us on the other side of life.
The song begins with the singer describing the bridge that leads to the afterlife. They say that it is a “beautiful bridge of gold,” and that it is “strong and sturdy.” This image of a solid and reliable bridge conveys a sense of comfort and security to the listener.
The singer then goes on to describe the other side of the bridge. They say that it is a place of “perfect peace,” where there is no more pain or suffering. They also mention that they will be reunited with their loved ones who have already passed away.
The chorus of the song is a simple yet powerful expression of the singer’s longing to be reunited with their loved ones in the afterlife. They sing:
I’m longing for the day when I’ll cross that bridge And be reunited with those I love so much We’ll walk in fields of green and sing our songs of praise Across the bridge, across the bridge
The song ends with the singer repeating their assurance that the bridge is “strong and sturdy,” and that it will lead us to a place of “perfect peace.”
Conclusion
“Across the Bridge” is a beautiful and moving song that offers a message of hope and comfort to those who are grieving the loss of loved ones. It is a reminder that death is not the end, and that there is a better place waiting for us on the other side.
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Lyrics
I have lived a life of sin in this world I’m living inI have done forbidden things I shouldn’t doI asked a beggar along the way if he could tell me where to stayWhere I could find real happiness and love that’s trueAcross the bridge there’s no more sorrowAcross the bridge there’s no more painThe sun will shine across the riverAnd you’ll never be unhappy againFollow the footsteps of the King ’til you hear the voices ringThey’ll be singing out the glory of the landThe river Jordan will be near, the sound of trumpet you will hearAnd you’ll behold the most precious place ever known to manAcross the bridge there’s no more sorrowAcross the bridge there’s no more painThe sun will shine across the riverAnd you’ll never be unhappy againAcross the bridge there’s no more sorrow (Across the bridge there’s no more sorrow)Across the bridge there’s no more pain (Across the bridge there’s no more pain)The sun will shine across the riverAnd you’ll never be unhappy again…