There's a black cloud rising, broad and wide
Like a dark horizon before my eyes
Better pray for peace and guard my kin
'Cause the thunderhead is rolling inSee the branches swaying, the waters crash
Through the deeper valley where few will pass
I will set my feet and raise my chin
When the thunderhead comes rolling inBaby, where will you wait? Where will you go
When the tide's rushing in the
And the cold winds come blowing?
Baby, when the thunderhead's raging
I will shelter you without breakingKeep your lantern burning while skies go dark
Travel light and fleeting should you embark
On a journey forged of rugged ground
And a thunderhead comes bearing downBaby, where will you wait? Where will you go
When the tide's rushing in the
And the cold winds come blowing?
Baby, when the thunderhead's raging
I will shelter you without breakingBaby, when the thunderhead's rolling
Mine will be the hand that you're holdingHold me close and steady, do not lose heart
When the rest go running, I'll not depart
We will find that well of hope within
When the thunderhead comes rolling in