“Peace in the Valley” is the kind of song that feels like a warm embrace, especially in those times when life feels stormy and chaotic. Written by Thomas A. Dorsey in the 1930s, this classic was originally crafted for Mahalia Jackson and has since been covered by countless artists, including Elvis Presley, who breathed new life into it in the 1950s. What makes it timeless, though, is its message—an expression of hope that feels like a personal prayer set to music.
The song speaks of a deep yearning for peace, a promise of rest in a world that can often feel overwhelming. With lines like “There will be peace in the valley for me, someday,” it gives a voice to our collective desire for calm amid life’s struggles. It’s a gentle reminder that, even in the darkest moments, there’s always hope for a brighter tomorrow. And that’s the beauty of “Peace in the Valley”—it’s more than just a song; it’s a quiet assurance, a balm for the weary soul.
This song’s simplicity is part of its power. There’s no need for elaborate metaphors or complicated lyrics; it goes straight to the heart. Whether you’re listening to Elvis’s soulful rendition or one of the many gospel choirs that have made it their own, “Peace in the Valley” always feels like coming home to a place where everything is okay, even if just for a few minutes. For anyone looking for a moment of solace, this song offers just that—a chance to breathe, to reflect, and to remember that peace is always possible
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Lyrics
Well, I’m tired and so weary
But I must go along
Till the Lord comes and calls me away
Where the morning’s so bright
And the Lamb is the light
And the night, night is as fair as the day.
There will be peace in the valley
For me some day
There will be peace in the valley
For me, Oh Lord I pray
There’ll be no sadness
No sorrow, no trouble I see
There will be peace
In the valley for me.
Well, the flowers will be blooming
And the grass will be green
And the skies will be clear and serene
Where the sun ever beams
In this valley of dreams
And no cloud will be seen.
There will be peace in the valley
For me some day
There will be peace in the valley
For me, Oh Lord. I pray
There’ll be no sadness
No sorrow, no trouble I see
There will be peace
In the valley for me.
Well, the bear will be gentle
And the wolf will be tame
And the lion shall lay down
By the lamb, oh
And the beasts from the wild
Shall be led by a child
And I’ll be changed,
Changed from this creature that I am.
There will be peace in the valley
For me some day
There will be peace in the valley
For me, Oh Lord I pray
There’ll be no sadness
No sorrow, no trouble I see
There will be peace
In the valley for me