Just a Closer Walk with Thee - Patsy Cline - MP3 instrumental karaoke

Gospel traditional songs are part of a rich musical tradition that has been passed down through generations, with each musician putting their own spin on the piece of work. “Just a Closer Walk With Thee” is one of the most well-known songs in this tradition, dating back to the mid 19th century, and country singer Patsy Cline’s take on the song is one of the most memorable and poignant. Released posthumously two years after her untimely passing, the traditional New Orleans jazz funeral dirge takes on a whole new dimension with Patsy Cline’s aching performance. The singer originally recorded the song in 1960, but it went unreleased until the compilation album Reflections. Patsy Cline’s version of “Just a Closer Walk With Thee” is also notable for including background vocals by a young Willie Nelson, with whom Patsy Cline had collaborated before.