I am listening to Take 6 (again). For those not familiar with Take 6, they are a contemporary gospel group with "Manhattan Transfer" like vocals. Very intricate and well executed. They also sing acapella (without instruments). On the day of remembrance, I couldn't help but play their cut, "Mary" over and over again. Each time I played it, the tears flowed. It was what I needed to hear. "Mary" is an old gospel tune that has been around for many years. I'm not sure of it's origins. The lyrics go like this: Oh Mary don't you weep Tell Martha not to moan Oh Mary don't you weep Tell Martha not to moan Pharaoh's army Drowned in the Red Sea Oh Mary don't you weep Tell Martha not to moan If I could I surely would Stand on the rock Where Moses stood Pharaoh's army Drowned in the Red Sea Oh Mary don't you weep Tell Martha not to moan.... The song is a "call and response" type of song where a leader sings the lyrics, and a group of singers respond with the same lyrics. Though the words are very simple, they strike at the core of my feelings that this attack was an affront to both God and man, and that sometimes, it's not by might or by strength how battles are won, but by the Spirit. This song speaks to me of comforting those who are sad and reminding them that the battle can still be won. It is a very simple, but poignant song. Thanks for letting me share. Sherelle NP: Take 6-Get Away Jordan
