"I'll Fly Away" is one of the most recorded gospel songs in history, written by Albert E. Brumley in 1932. Its upbeat melody and themes of spiritual liberation made it a staple in hymnals and folk music traditions.
A foundational gospel hymn with roots in Southern spiritual traditions, widely covered across genres from bluegrass to rock.
A popular 1929 Southern gospel hymn symbolizing spiritual liberation, often performed in bluegrass and folk traditions. Its simple structure and hopeful lyrics contributed to its enduring appeal.
Lucky Chops, a New York-based brass band, is known for energetic covers blending jazz, funk, and street music aesthetics.
A seminal Southern gospel hymn written during the Great Depression, "I'll Fly Away" juxtaposes earthly struggles with the hope of spiritual liberation, using vivid agrarian metaphors reflective of Brumley's rural upbringing.
