The Vince Gill Go Rest High on that Mountain song was originally released in 1994 as a track on his "When Love Finds You" album...watch the music video...
The Vince Gill Go Rest High on that Mountain song was originally released in 1994 as a track on his “When Love Finds You” album. This powerful ballad has touched millions of listeners and earned its place as one of country music’s most iconic and poignant songs.
Vince has recently added a final verse to the song and you may compare both versions below. The music video became the most popular of his career with over 70 million views as of November of 2024. Watch the official music video and see the written lyrics below.
“In all these years of singing that song, truthfully, it felt just the slightest bit incomplete to me,” Gill stated while introducing the song. “I always thought it needed to tie itself up in some way…I didn’t know if this was a good idea or not, but I wrote one more verse for this song. I’m debuting it here at the Ryman auditorium. I love this place. It’s my church.”
Vince Gill began writing “Go Rest High on That Mountain” following the death of fellow country artist Keith Whitley in 1989. Whitley, who passed away due to alcohol poisoning, left a lasting impression on Gill, prompting him to pen the song as a tribute. However, it wasn’t until the death of Gill’s older brother, Bob, in 1993, that he found the motivation to complete it. The song became a heartfelt tribute not only to Whitley but also to his brother, who had struggled with his own challenges in life.
This song was written by Vince Gill.
I know your life
On earth was troubled
And only you could know the pain
You weren’t afraid to face the devil
You were no stranger to the rain
Go rest high on that mountain
Son your work on earth is done
Go to heaven a-shoutin’
Love for the Father and the Son
Oh, how we cried the day you left us
We gathered ’round your grave to grieve
Wish I could see the angels faces
When they hear your sweet voice sing
Go rest high on that mountain
Son your work on earth is done
Go to heaven a-shoutin’
Love for the Father and the Son
Go rest high on that mountain
Son your work on earth is done
Go to heaven a-shoutin’
Love for the Father and the Son
Go to heaven a-shoutin’
Love for the Father and the Son
“You’re safely home in the arms of Jesus / Eternal life, my brother’s found / The day will come I know I’ll see him / In that sacred place, on that holy ground.”
These lyrics encapsulate both the sadness of saying goodbye and the hope that our loved ones have found peace. The imagery of going “high on that mountain” conveys a sense of transcendence, allowing listeners to picture their loved ones resting peacefully, free from the pain and struggles they faced in life.