Work Song

Hozier

About Work Song

"Work Song" is a song written and performed by Irish musician Hozier. It was released as the fourth single from his debut studio album Hozier (2014). It was released as the album's fifth single to United States rock radio on 16 March 2015.


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2014
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Boys workin on empty
Is that the kinda way to face the burning heat?
I just think about my baby
I'm so full of love I could barely eat
There's nothing sweeter than my baby
I never want once from the cherry tree
Cause my baby's sweet as can be
She give me toothaches just from kissin me

[Chorus:]
When, my, time comes around
Lay me gently in the cold dark earth
No grave can hold my body down
I'll crawl home to her

That's when my baby found me
I was three days on a drunken sin
I woke with her walls around me
Nothin in her room but an empty crib
And I was burnin up a fever
I didn't care much how long I lived
But I swear I thought I dreamed her
She never asked me once about the wrong I did

When, my, time comes around
Lay me gently in the cold dark earth
No grave can hold my body down
I'll crawl home to her

When, my, time comes around
Lay me gently in the cold dark earth
No grave can hold my body down
I'll crawl home to her

My baby never fret none
About what my hands and my body done
If the Lord don't forgive me
I'd still have my baby and my babe would have me
When I was kissing on my baby
And she put her love down soft and sweet
In the low lamp light I was free
Heaven and hell were words to me

When, my, time comes around
Lay me gently in the cold dark earth
No grave can hold my body down
I'll crawl home to her

When, my, time comes around
Lay me gently in the cold dark earth
No grave can hold my body down
I'll crawl home to her

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Hozier

Andrew Hozier-Byrne, known as Hozier, is an Irish singer and songwriter from Bray, County Wicklow. He released his debut EP, featuring the hit single "Take Me to Church", in 2013 and his second EP, From Eden, in 2014. more »

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Written by: Andrew Hozier-Byrne

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11 facts about this song

Song Creation
"Work Song" was written and composed by Andrew Hozier-Byrne, better known as Hozier, a musician originating from Ireland.
Album Release
The song was released as part of Hozier's self-titled debut studio album, "Hozier" on October 13, 2014.
Song Inspiration
Its lyrics were influenced by Hozier's appreciation of blues music, traditional work songs, and gospel inspiration.
Chart Performance
"Work Song," though not released as a single, managed to peak at number 41 on the Irish Singles Chart.
Notable Performances
In 2015, Hozier performed "Work Song" live at Victoria's Secret Fashion Show which significantly raised its popularity.
Dance Cover
The song was a part of a dance routine choreographed by Talia Favia and performed by dancers Chaz Buzan and Courtney Schwartz which went viral on social media platforms.
Song Theme
The theme of the song primarily revolves around love and death, imitating the style of old folk songs.
Music Video
The song’s music video was directed by Isaac Ravishankara and released in March 2015. It showcases a funeral that turns into a passionate dance.
Critic Reviews
It has been praised by music critics for its soulful composition and poignant lyrics, drawing comparisons to soulful blues songs. Some even consider it as one of the best tracks in the album.
Song Cover
American acappella group Pentatonix covered the song as part of a medley in their 2015 tour.
Cultural Influence
With millions of streams on Spotify, the song has solidified Hozier's status as an influential modern-day blues and folk singer. It has been featured in various television shows and used in dance performances.

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