Prompt / Lyrics
[Verse 1] He was runnin’ through the backyard Grass stains on his knees Mama called him in for supper He said “Five more minutes Please” Then the tires and the shatter All the sirens All the screams Mama dropped down on that gravel Prayin’ this was just a dream [Chorus] But he’s holdin’ on to glory Little hands in bigger hands Laughin’ in that golden story Where they already understand Mama Don’t you cry too long I can hear his voice so strong “I’m right here I’m alright In the arms of the Light Little hands in glory Carryin’ on” [Verse 2] White sheet on a small frame Preacher searched for softer words Mama rocked an empty blanket Like he still could be heard Then a peace like soft rain Fell down on her aching chest She could almost feel him climb up Lay his head where her tears had wet [Chorus] ‘Cause he’s holdin’ on to glory Little hands in bigger hands Laughin’ in that golden story Where they already understand Mama Don’t you cry too long I can hear his voice so strong “I’m right here I’m alright In the arms of the Light Little hands in glory Carryin’ on” (ohhh) [Bridge] He said “Mama I got angels They throw the ball so high Grandpa’s waitin’ by the river We don’t ever say goodbye You can send your prayers like letters Fold ‘em up inside your song Every time you start to sing it I’ll be singin’ right along” (right along) [Chorus] So she’s singin’ about glory Through the hurt and through the night Holdin’ on to that same story Till her tears turn into sight Mama You can walk this road You ain’t carryin’ this load He’s right there He’s alright In the arms of the Light Little hands in glory Shinin’ bright Little hands in glory Shinin’ bright
Tags
Slow 6/8 blues-gospel hymn with female vocals, piano and organ leading, soft choir responses on the choruses, and a warm bass underpinning the swing. Verses stay intimate and close-mic’d; chorus rises with call-and-response harmonies and gentle tambourine. Final section swells with a modulated key lift and sustained vocal runs for a cathartic release., blues, gospel
Duration
3:39
Instrumental
No
Created
2/8/2026