The Good Lord Bird Music
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The Good Lord Bird season 1 episode 5 soundtrack

Hiving the Bees, 3 songs

Onion and new recruit John Cook head to Harper’s Ferry to prepare for the arrival of John Brown and his army. However, Onion quickly struggles to perform his mission of recruiting more African-American soldiers from the area when Cook’s reckless behavior threatens their exposure to suspicious neighbors. After several weeks of waiting, Brown, his army and his daughter Annie finally arrive—creating a new distraction for Onion: true love.

  • Come On Children, Let's Sing — Mahalia Jackson
    Opening Titles, after Frederick Douglass.
  • In the Valley II — The Ragged Jubilee
    After the deal made to spread word of John Brown's plans.
  • Michael, Row the Boat Ashore — Joe & Eddie & Les Braxter Chorus
    At the end, Onion takes off to pass along the code word for the operation, leaving his beloved behind with the truth of his gender.

Theme Song

Come On Children, Let's Sing
Mahalia Jackson