
A gentle hymn in footfall form, “He Makes the River Wait” opens with a banjo drone that hums a quiet invitation, setting a pulse that feels like prayer. Upright bass and brushed percussion join in, patient and inviting—each verse unfolds with soft, layered three-part harmonies rooted in gospel phrasing. The bridge rises in a call‑and‑response chorus—voices weaving in unity, proclaiming the simple truth:
★ STYLE: Folk‑gospel with contemplative drive
★ MOOD: Reverent, steady, soul‑filled
★ TEMPO: ~68 BPM | STEADY 4/4 groove
★ INSTRUMENTS: Banjo drone, upright bass, brushed percussion
★ VOCALS: Three‑part harmony, gospel inflection, layered and intimate
► WHO IS THIS FOR?
• Listeners craving mindful folk music with spiritual resonance
• Vocal ensembles or worship leaders wanting gentle harmony pieces
• Storytellers, documentary makers, or poets seeking rustic emotional soundscapes
• Anyone who finds peace in the meeting of melody and message
✔ CREATIVE COMMONS LICENSE:
Available under CC BY 4.0 — free to use in your videos, podcasts, performances, church sets, livestreams, or remixes **with attribution**.
📌 REQUIRED CREDIT:
“He Makes the River Wait” by @YourListeningSanctuary
Licensed under Creative Commons CC BY 4.0
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🔥 LYRICAL VIBE: A river pauses. The world hushes. Voices lift in calm confession. Grace speaks in steady chords.
💬 YOU HAVE A STORY:
What did you feel when the harmonies came in? Did the verse bring comfort? Did the bridge stir something deep? Share below—let’s hear your witness in melody.
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