“His Eye Is On The Sparrow” stands as a timeless gospel song penned by Civilla D. Martin and Charles H. Gabriel in 1905. This cherished classic provides solace during challenges, affirming divine vigilance. In 1998, Lauryn Hill and Tanya Blount’s rendition appeared in the “Sister Act 2: Back In The Habit” soundtrack, delivering a potent and soulful portrayal of hope and faith.
His Eye Is On The Sparrow Lyrics
[Verse 1: Tanya Blount]
Why should I feel discouraged?
Why should the shadows come?
Why should my heart feel lonely?
And long for heaven and home
When Jesus is my portion
A constant friend is he
His eye is on the sparrow
And I know he watches over me
His eye is on the sparrow
And I know he watches me
[Verse 2: Lauryn Hill, Tanya Blount & Both]
I sing because I’m happy
I sing because I’m free
His eye is on the sparrow
And I know he watches
He watches me
His eye is on the sparrow
And I know he watches
I know he watches
I know he watches me
I sing because I’m happy
I sing because I’m free
His eye is on the sparrow
And I know he watches me
He watches me
His eye is on the sparrow
And I know he watches me
He watches me
He watches me, I never thought
He watches me
Here are some additional details about the song:
- The song was originally written in 1905 for a church choir.
- It was inspired by a Bible passage in Matthew 10:29-31, which says that God cares for even the smallest creatures.
- The song has been covered by many artists over the years, including Ethel Waters, Mahalia Jackson, and Whitney Houston.
- Hill and Blount’s version of the song was released in 1998 and was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Traditional Soul Gospel Performance.
