Michael Robertson grew up singing church songs out of hymn books—classics like “Pass Me Not, O Gentle Savior” and “Lord, I ...

frequently sung during meetings and gatherings. According to Smithsonian magazine, this hymn “sets a tone of reverence and gratitude, celebrating the American journey of Black people ...

Why it's a good choice: One of the most sung hymns at funerals ... It’s thought the inspiration for this hymn came from a walk home from church when the author encountered a violent storm ...