Wade in the water
Be calm like the Waves
For the water cancels scent
And therefore protects the slaves
Oh youths, just listen
While the stars still glisten
The master is getting out of order
So Children, wade in the water
Woman trail across the stream
singing in harmony and burnt by the sun gleam
with heavy burdens and thoughts of their daughter
Children, wade in the water                
Children hidden by the monotonous weeds                           
as their footprints crunch on dead leaves finding mischief as they please,
Too young for labor to innocent for slaughter
So children, please wade in the water  
children, Follow the river, find peace along the path
Know your God and keep astray from wrath
The sun elevates and the shadows dance
Move in silence and don’t miss your chance
Be proud and love your brown skin
Wade In the water, a message to our kin
Freedom is the ultimate goal
The water chills your body but will never chill your soul.