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The Wailin' Jennys — One Voice
Album: 40 Days
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Released: 2004
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This is the sound of one voice
One spirit, one voice
The sound of one who makes a choice
This is the sound of one voice

This is the sound of voices two
The sound of me singing with you
Helping each other to make it through
This is the sound of voices two

This is the sound of voices three
Singing together in harmony
Surrendering to the mystery
This is the sound of voices three

This is the sound of all of us
Singing with love and the will to trust
Leave the rest behind it will turn to dust
This is the sound of all of us

This is the sound of one voice
One people, one voice
A song for every one of us
This is the sound of one voice
This is the sound of one voice
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I discovered the Jennys with this very song on RP! I’ve now seen them multiple times live (amazing) and enjoy their whole catalog.  Been introduced to such great music through this station. 😊
Posted 1 month ago by amma123    [ Reply ]
 amcallis wrote:
StuBotNYC wrote: Yea, play some AC/DC or maybe Black Sabbath! :iamwith:


You were in the wrong realm back then. Hope you have found your way. 
Posted 1 year ago by antennadad    [ Reply ]
 southpaw wrote:
Saw the Jennys this last weekend at Live Oak Music Festival in Central California. They had a workshop that was a highlight of the weekend for me. They sang One Voice and then after finishing broke down the parts of the harmony A Capella and each sang their chorus part solo. Then they added the parts together 1, then 1+2, then 1+2+3. Truly the essence of the whole being greater than the sum of its parts.

Incredible voices live

 
Wow! I'd have loved to see/hear that...

Posted 3 years ago by RazzCat    [ Reply ]
Wail on Jennys!
Posted 5 years ago by macadavy    [ Reply ]
 ThePoose wrote:
More great Canadian voices....like Leonard's and Neil's. (Now I wait for the American derision....)

 
To me, these singers sound nothing like Leonard or Neil, they don't sound like Gordon Lightfoot either.  All great voices, regardless of nationality.
Posted 7 years ago by Proclivities    [ Reply ]
Perfect.
Posted 11 years ago by MsJudi    [ Reply ]
 ThePoose wrote:
More great Canadian voices....like Leonard's and Neil's. (Now I wait for the American derision....)
 
No derision here. This may be a bit too poignant or mellow for my everyday bold sound or rock-out preferences, but I know good and sincere and sweet music when I hear it. 
Posted 11 years ago by kingart    [ Reply ]
Please stop this. Sappy harmonies. Sappy words. They note their repetitiveness. Is "all of us" the end of all of them? No......
Posted 11 years ago by ezzyme    [ Reply ]
Don't care if they're from Mars: they sing as pretty as any vocal-centrics in the past 50 years.  Yes, very like my beloved Dixie Chicks.
Posted 11 years ago by unclehud    [ Reply ]
 ThePoose wrote:
More great Canadian voices....like Leonard's and Neil's. (Now I wait for the American derision....)
 

No derision from this American.  They have beautiful voices irrespective of country.
Posted 12 years ago by dputlak    [ Reply ]
More great Canadian voices....like Leonard's and Neil's. (Now I wait for the American derision....)
Posted 12 years ago by ThePoose    [ Reply ]
This cover art is the wallpaper for my 'puter.  Makes it hard to find the icons... but who cares??
Posted 12 years ago by Tagish_girl    [ Reply ]
Saw the Jennys this last weekend at Live Oak Music Festival in Central California. They had a workshop that was a highlight of the weekend for me. They sang One Voice and then after finishing broke down the parts of the harmony A Capella and each sang their chorus part solo. Then they added the parts together 1, then 1+2, then 1+2+3. Truly the essence of the whole being greater than the sum of its parts.

Incredible voices live

Posted 13 years ago by southpaw    [ Reply ]
 Jamunca wrote:
This is the sound of votes of 8.
Clicking past 7 because its great.
But not quite 9, I hope you'll relate
This is the sound of votes of 8.
 
Sorry, but I thought that needed my edit.
BUT, great post Jamunca. 
Posted 13 years ago by Jelani    [ Reply ]
 helgigermany wrote:
This reminds me to a singer, i cant remember who?!
 
Reminds me of the Dixie Chicks. Not comparing levels of talent, just saying.

Posted 13 years ago by kawasaki    [ Reply ]
Can't wait to see these ladies at Merlefest in April.
Posted 13 years ago by appst89    [ Reply ]
Angelic. Wonderful vocal blending goin' on here!!
Posted 13 years ago by ziakut    [ Reply ]
This is the sound of votes 8.
Clicking past 7 because its great.
But not quite 9, I hope you'll relate
This is the sound of votes 8.
Posted 14 years ago by Jamunca    [ Reply ]
Sweet—-can be very meaningful if you're in the mood.
Posted 14 years ago by Giselle62    [ Reply ]
 natalita wrote:
sounds like sesame street

 

Then i hope my kid gets to see lots and lots of Sesame Street...
Posted 14 years ago by Sjaaks    [ Reply ]
Musically not bad, but the lyrics? {#Ask}
Posted 14 years ago by ellet    [ Reply ]
I still love this cd and this song is one of my favorites.
Posted 14 years ago by BluEyes    [ Reply ]
Wonderful song!  If I were a DJ, this would be on my station.
Posted 14 years ago by azzutaluna    [ Reply ]
 ch83575 wrote:
Great song.  Truly beautiful.

Unfortunately recent changes in how our (USA) government views its role in the lives of Americans has made me look at things with slanted eyes.  When before I would have just said it was a beautiful song, now I say: beautiful song... damn socialists.
 
The WJs hail from Winnipeg, Manitoba - a province frequently and currently ruled by (democratic) socialists.  In fact my current Member of the provincial Legislative Assembly is a member of British Columbia's New Democratic Party and he's doing a great job - though (or perhaps because) he is gay and just 27 years of age!  {#Smile}


Posted 14 years ago by macadavy    [ Reply ]
This reminds me to a singer, i cant remember who?!
Posted 15 years ago by helgigermany    [ Reply ]
Ahh, another song that is in constant rotation in my personal playlist. I can't tell if Bill's been stealing my music or if I've been stealing his. {#Tongue}
Posted 15 years ago by medigerati    [ Reply ]
gives me goosebumps ...

Posted 15 years ago by dunno    [ Reply ]
 ch83575 wrote:
Great song.  Truly beautiful.

Unfortunately recent changes in how our (USA) government views its role in the lives of Americans has made me look at things with slanted eyes.  When before I would have just said it was a beautiful song, now I say: beautiful song... damn socialists.
 
{#Rolleyes}

Posted 15 years ago by MsJudi    [ Reply ]
Great song.  Truly beautiful.

Unfortunately recent changes in how our (USA) government views its role in the lives of Americans has made me look at things with slanted eyes.  When before I would have just said it was a beautiful song, now I say: beautiful song... damn socialists.
Posted 15 years ago by ch83575    [ Reply ]
This is the result of living in Winnipeg - 6 months of winter, then 6 months of black flies and mosquitos - will force you inside to play music and learn to sing


Posted 15 years ago by huebdoo    [ Reply ]
beautiful~  yet another great band RP has introduced me to.  Thanks Bil!!

{#Daisy}
Posted 15 years ago by jameyp    [ Reply ]
sounds like sesame street

Posted 15 years ago by natalita    [ Reply ]
Is it true that you haven't played this for 3 years?
Posted 15 years ago by chuck_flacks    [ Reply ]
I love these guys!  Too bad they don't tour out here in California!! Thanks for playing them.
Posted 15 years ago by chuck_flacks    [ Reply ]
The Jenny's played a live show for us here at Bethel College last year.  They are as great live as they are recorded.  They are also very humble and personal.  Great people and great music!

Posted 15 years ago by JustJeff    [ Reply ]
Perfect
Posted 18 years ago by westsound    [ Reply ]
jeffersonpump wrote:
son of a bitch, this ain't waylon jennings or buck owens.
Which is a good thing.
Posted 18 years ago by leathepea    [ Reply ]
I hear angels singing!
Posted 18 years ago by hippiechick    [ Reply ]
encore...!
Posted 18 years ago by godspeed    [ Reply ]
Love It!
Posted 18 years ago by emeraldrose63    [ Reply ]
crazycow wrote:
I thought Bill introduced this as "Waylon Jennings" so I was a little surprised when I heard the 'Jennys come in singing.
I was severely bummed.
Posted 18 years ago by kazuma    [ Reply ]
crazycow wrote:
I thought Bill introduced this as "Waylon Jennings"
gets me every time!
Posted 18 years ago by ziggytrix    [ Reply ]
Gryn wrote:
I really.. REALLY did try to like this song. Something is lacking.
May I suggest therapy?
Posted 18 years ago by xkolibuul    [ Reply ]
They did this piece, a capella, sans mike, in Melbourne at the Artery earlier this year. Delicate, spellbinding, a treat. And normally I don't like this genre.
Posted 18 years ago by TerryS    [ Reply ]
Pretty, pretty, pretty!
Posted 18 years ago by Jennnn    [ Reply ]
* I feel you. ... I absolutely love Arlington.
Posted 18 years ago by honeygirl    [ Reply ]
Very lovely young women who put on an engaging show.
Posted 18 years ago by hippiechick    [ Reply ]
anyone remember happy upbeat music? ggez
Posted 18 years ago by tony620d    [ Reply ]
didnt know them from Canada, now i like them more.
Posted 18 years ago by cassano18    [ Reply ]
Fall asleep to it most every night, lately.
Posted 18 years ago by honeygirl    [ Reply ]
son of a bitch, this ain't waylon jennings or buck owens.
Posted 18 years ago by jeffersonpump    [ Reply ]
I really.. REALLY did try to like this song. Something is lacking.
Posted 18 years ago by Gryn    [ Reply ]
ThePoose wrote:
Winnipeg (Manitoba, for those who don't know the Canadian province it is in) musicians are wonderful, right Neil Young and Randy (BTO) Bachman?
Well, you're half right. :)
Posted 18 years ago by mfassett    [ Reply ]
The voices have a healing quality! I guess I have to get this CD too. As to the guy below to whose eyes it brings tears, good for you! I echo all the kudos below!
Posted 18 years ago by rKokon    [ Reply ]
I thought Bill introduced this as "Waylon Jennings" so I was a little surprised when I heard the 'Jennys come in singing.
Posted 18 years ago by crazycow    [ Reply ]
Next to their song 'Arlington', this is my favorite song of all times. Period.
Posted 18 years ago by -Cor-    [ Reply ]
Pure bliss. One of my favorite CD purchases of last year.
Posted 18 years ago by Jacksonstat    [ Reply ]
When I saw these terrific girls live at Old Town School in chicago and bought their CD, I made sure they knew that I heard them first on RP.
Posted 18 years ago by hippiechick    [ Reply ]
Simply beautiful.
Posted 18 years ago by pennyb    [ Reply ]
Very nice song. I like it's simplicity and directness and the vocals are just heavenly. There's a purity to it that always makes me stop whatever I'm doing just to listen.
Posted 18 years ago by wiley1st    [ Reply ]
Winnipeg (Manitoba, for those who don't know the Canadian province it is in) musicians are wonderful, right Neil Young and Randy (BTO) Bachman?
Posted 18 years ago by ThePoose    [ Reply ]
I have seen The Jennys live 3 times. They are amazing. I usually listen to rock, but they are # 1 on my folk list!
Posted 19 years ago by pgoode    [ Reply ]
Sweet and sublime.
Posted 19 years ago by Inamorato    [ Reply ]
Very pretty! Though I'm waiting to hear Arlington again...
Posted 19 years ago by Cruithne3753    [ Reply ]
B E A UUUU T I F U L
Posted 19 years ago by Benjamin1225    [ Reply ]
poopie crapola poopie
Posted 19 years ago by meghan89    [ Reply ]
What is wrong with y'all who don't think this is one of the most gorgeous songs? Shall I scratch my nails on a blackboard?
Posted 19 years ago by sorrelkatydid    [ Reply ]
atticus wrote:
Just bought this CD through the RP link to Amazon. "One Voice" and "Arlington" absolutely stop me, make me stand still and stare off into the past and the future. The more I listen to the CD, the more I like it.
Sounds like you and I should have a drink sometime. I find I have the same response. Oh, the voices. Simply outstanding.
Posted 19 years ago by Roverfish    [ Reply ]
I SO need to get this album....
Posted 19 years ago by shakitten    [ Reply ]
Nuance wrote:
Winnipeg rocks!
Winnipeg folks!!
Posted 19 years ago by phineas    [ Reply ]
StuBotNYC wrote:
IF I HEAR ANOTHER SAPPY WAIF SONG- I'M GONNA GROW OVARIES! WTF?? AM I IN LILTH FAIR HELL?? JESUS!!!!!
:nodhead:
Posted 19 years ago by strick    [ Reply ]
atticus wrote:
Just bought this CD through the RP link to Amazon. "One Voice" and "Arlington" absolutely stop me, make me stand still and stare off into the past and the future. The more I listen to the CD, the more I like it. Very happy to have stumbled upon these great musicians, thanks to RP. Way good stuff.
Me too!! I echo your comments as well. Thanks RP (rebecca, did you get the check?) !!!!
Posted 19 years ago by Mugro    [ Reply ]
Just bought this CD through the RP link to Amazon. "One Voice" and "Arlington" absolutely stop me, make me stand still and stare off into the past and the future. The more I listen to the CD, the more I like it. Very happy to have stumbled upon these great musicians, thanks to RP. Way good stuff.
Posted 19 years ago by atticus    [ Reply ]
StuBotNYC wrote:
IF I HEAR ANOTHER SAPPY WAIF SONG- I'M GONNA GROW OVARIES!
Yea, play some AC/DC or maybe Black Sabbath! :iamwith:
Posted 19 years ago by amcallis    [ Reply ]
cptbuz wrote:
this is the sound of a ratings two Was gonna give it 1 but a two will do It's about as good as a warm mountain dew Almost to the point I wanna spew
HAHAHAHA. THIS IS THE SOUND OF VOICES 12. LA LA LAAAAHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!! On a more mature/calm note, I've found myself whistling this at random times. Probably due to the repetitions...
Posted 19 years ago by amcallis    [ Reply ]
anniebear wrote:
dude, you should be so lucky as to have ovaries and be able to carry life inside you! RP is my favorite station BECAUSE Bill plays SO MANY DIFFERENT FEMALE VOICES! Thank you RP (Bill and Rebecca) for having the courage to play LOTS of female artists! Thank you from the bottom of my female heart!
:D I crank the volume every time these ladies come on. Beautiful.
Posted 19 years ago by Roverfish    [ Reply ]
StuBotNYC wrote:
IF I HEAR ANOTHER SAPPY WAIF SONG- I'M GONNA GROW OVARIES! WTF?? AM I IN LILTH FAIR HELL?? JESUS!!!!!
dude, you should be so lucky as to have ovaries and be able to carry life inside you! RP is my favorite station BECAUSE Bill plays SO MANY DIFFERENT FEMALE VOICES! Thank you RP (Bill and Rebecca) for having the courage to play LOTS of female artists! Thank you from the bottom of my female heart!
Posted 19 years ago by anniebear    [ Reply ]
A truly fantastic, wonderful song - brings tears to me eyes. AC.
Posted 19 years ago by AndyC    [ Reply ]
Marry me! i love this... very poetic
Posted 19 years ago by Magiccamera    [ Reply ]
this is the sound of a ratings two Was gonna give it 1 but a two will do It's about as good as a warm mountain dew Almost to the point I wanna spew
Posted 19 years ago by cptbuz    [ Reply ]
StuBotNYC wrote:
IF I HEAR ANOTHER SAPPY WAIF SONG- I'M GONNA GROW OVARIES! WTF?? AM I IN LILTH FAIR HELL?? JESUS!!!!!
Someone's testosterone level is feeling a little threatened. LOL I don't think I've heard this group before, this song is great. I hope to hear more of their stuff.
Posted 19 years ago by besca    [ Reply ]
Darbuka wrote:
One of my favorite hometown bands, and that's saying alot because the music scene here is quite healthy. We had them here for a house concert one night. A magical night. Now-a-days they're a bit too popular to do that again.
Winnipeg rocks!
Posted 19 years ago by Nuance    [ Reply ]
Exquisitely lovely.
Posted 19 years ago by BluEyes    [ Reply ]
Now that's some good music! Their vocals are fantstic.
Posted 19 years ago by Roverfish    [ Reply ]
One of my favorite hometown bands, and that's saying alot because the music scene here is quite healthy. We had them here for a house concert one night. A magical night. Now-a-days they're a bit too popular to do that again.
Posted 19 years ago by Darbuka    [ Reply ]
Dee Light Full
Posted 19 years ago by roadshow    [ Reply ]
DisplacedNorthrnr wrote:
Strange name for this group - maybe a play on/tribute to Waylon Jennings?
:highfive: I was just thinking that! "Wailin'" is the last thing they do. At least on this song.
Posted 19 years ago by g-rod    [ Reply ]
Strange name for this group - maybe a play on/tribute to Waylon Jennings?
Posted 19 years ago by DisplacedNorthrnr    [ Reply ]
StuBotNYC wrote:
IF I HEAR ANOTHER SAPPY WAIF SONG- I'M GONNA GROW OVARIES! WTF?? AM I IN LILTH FAIR HELL?? JESUS!!!!!
I did actually laugh out loud when I read this....this is a bit precious, and coming in today's playlist is just a waif too far. Bill.. . .someone slip you a Ruffie?
Posted 19 years ago by moshevelvul    [ Reply ]
What kind of a listener would give this song a 3??
Posted 19 years ago by majortom505    [ Reply ]
If you like this song, GET THIS CD. Its all equally good--traditional, covers, and their own songs. Sublime harmonies. You won't be dissappointed. Ahhh Canada
Posted 19 years ago by xkolibuul    [ Reply ]
such a pretty song... this is what I sound like when I sing...well, in my mind, anyway!
Posted 19 years ago by flandersdog    [ Reply ]
steeler wrote:
Here, they remind me a little of the Roches.
Wow, I hadn't heard that name in ages. Gotta get out the vinyl....
Posted 19 years ago by Pyro    [ Reply ]
StuBotNYC wrote:
IF I HEAR ANOTHER SAPPY WAIF SONG- I'M GONNA GROW OVARIES! WTF?? AM I IN LILTH FAIR HELL?? JESUS!!!!!
Whoa...holy crap...calm down...wiat...you? You're going to grow ovaries? Can I charge admission and get rich off of...wait...that's gross, never mind. Anyway, I don't care if Bill chose to play a full DAY of female vocalists...ultimately, he writes the playlist, man. And this song is beautiful.
Posted 19 years ago by ploafmaster    [ Reply ]
love these guys, though they make me all sentimental. not always a bad thing.
Posted 19 years ago by RPsavedme    [ Reply ]
IF I HEAR ANOTHER SAPPY WAIF SONG- I'M GONNA GROW OVARIES! WTF?? AM I IN LILTH FAIR HELL?? JESUS!!!!!
Posted 19 years ago by StuBotNYC    [ Reply ]
ANNE_MARIE wrote:
beautiful harmonies...lovely song! thanks RP!
Here, they remind me a little of the Roches.
Posted 19 years ago by steeler    [ Reply ]
Beautiful
Posted 19 years ago by Spliff    [ Reply ]
Saw them at Dawson City Folk Festival in the Yukon a few years ago . Amazing live music and wonderful people. I guess their line-up is one different (missing Cara Luft... a very good guitarist and great stage presence!). Highly recommended as a band, and for their solo work! More products of that music-rich city of Winnipeg...
Posted 19 years ago by merryleg    [ Reply ]
What's next -- the Jenny Cashes? Okay, I have to admit, they sound pretty good. Nice harmonies.
Posted 19 years ago by radiojunkie    [ Reply ]