A traditional American folk song often associated with work songs and spirituals, popularized by various artists. Moira Smiley's arrangement adds contemporary vocal layers to this timeless piece.
Originally a traditional work song adapted by Lead Belly, it tells the story of a laborer calling for his wife Silvy to bring water during fieldwork. Its rhythmic "lilt" and call-and-response structure influenced artists like Sweet Honey in the Rock, reflecting African American folk traditions and the blues.
