Family Of Farmers Walks Into An Open Silo—Your Hair Will Stand From Their Singing

Jul 08, 2020

In 2016, a family of farmers shared their performance of What A Friend We Have In Jesus done in an open grain silo.

Sometimes you can find the most powerful vocal performances in the most unexpected places. For decades, this classic hymn has been sung by millions of people. The acoustics of the silo is a perfect compliment for the clear, crisp voices of the singing farmers. Overall this is the type of performance that you don't see nor hear every day.

What really makes this performance of What A Friend We Have In Jesus is the sheer talent of this group of unknown farmers.

Usually, video performance that generates lots of interest comes from well-known singers, groups, or bands. The fact that this classic hymn is sung so well from this regular farming family is worthy of notice.

According to Hymnology Archive, the popular hymn, What A Friend We Have In Jesus was originally published in 1865 by H. L. Hastings. However, the song was originally written by Joseph M. Scriven as a poem in 1855. The song was written as a way for Mr. Scriven to comfort his mother who was living in Ireland while he resided in Canada. However, Mr. Scriven published the work anonymously and did not receive full credit for the poem until 1880.

Since then, the hymn has become a staple in many religious services and gospel performances around the world. Many people who do not often sing will know how to perform this popular hymn.

This popular hymn has been performed and recorded by some of the most influential artists of the past 100 years.

Some of the top artists to have performed and recorded this popular hymn include Bing Crosby, Rosemary Clooney, Aretha Franklin, Ike & Tina Turner, and Amy Grant.

While these farmers may remain unknown, their rendition of What A Friend We Have In Jesus will live on thanks to their amazing performance. Be sure to pass this along!