Going Home – Sissel
This song is by Sissel and appears on the album Northern Lights (2007).
“Going Home” is a song composed by the American musician, composer and conductor, William Arms Fisher. The lyrics were adapted from the poem “Going Home” by the African-American poet, William Arms Fisher. The song has been widely recorded and performed, and one notable rendition is by the Norwegian singer Sissel Kyrkjebø, who is simply known as Sissel.
Sissel’s version of “Going Home” was featured in the soundtrack of the 1998 film “The Civil War,” a documentary series directed by Ken Burns that explored the American Civil War. Her rendition is a beautiful and haunting rendition of the song, with her powerful yet gentle voice adding a sense of melancholy and longing to the lyrics.
Sissel’s version of “Going Home” has become a popular and beloved version of the song, and has been used in various films, TV shows and other media, such as the 2004 movie “Troy” and the TV series “The Leftovers.” The song has also been performed by many other artists, and continues to be a poignant and emotional expression of the desire to return home, whether it be a physical place or a spiritual state of being.
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Donna Watson
February 12, 2020 @ 3:50 pm
Authentic and amazing purity of voice! Absolutely beautiful!!
BARBARA J WILDMAN
February 12, 2020 @ 12:31 pm
For some reason I can’t get sound any more trying to view the videos. Any idea why? I sure would appreciate some help. Thanks
Frank
February 11, 2020 @ 7:21 am
It was OK, however I have heard better arrangements.
Connie Diancin
February 10, 2020 @ 10:48 pm
Beautiful Song !