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Introduction
Sometimes, a song isn’t just a collection of words set to a melody—it’s a heartfelt conversation, a way to capture what’s too profound to say out loud. “One Angel” by Rory Feek feels like one of those special songs that come straight from the heart, echoing through the spaces where words often fall short. In this deeply moving track, Rory taps into the universal experience of love, loss, and the tender hope of being reunited one day.
For those familiar with Rory’s journey, this song hits especially hard. It’s impossible to listen to “One Angel” without thinking of his beloved wife, Joey Feek, who passed away in 2016 after a brave battle with cancer. Joey was not just his musical partner but his soulmate, and her loss left an irreplaceable void. Rory’s lyrics in “One Angel” feel like a love letter to Joey—it’s his way of honoring her spirit while also acknowledging the profound grief and longing that never really go away.
The simplicity of the song’s arrangement, led by Rory’s warm and earnest vocals, allows the lyrics to take center stage. Every line is infused with sincerity, reflecting the raw, unfiltered emotions that only someone who has truly experienced deep loss can convey. The way Rory sings about love, faith, and the hope of a heavenly reunion is both heartbreaking and comforting. It’s like he’s inviting us to share in his sorrow while reminding us of the beauty that lies in the hope of seeing our loved ones again.
What makes “One Angel” so special is its ability to resonate with anyone who has ever lost someone dear. Rory’s storytelling goes beyond his personal pain; it becomes a shared experience, a reminder that love transcends even the final goodbye. As he reflects on the idea of Joey as “one angel” looking down on him and their daughter, Indy, you can’t help but feel a bittersweet sense of peace. It’s a song that celebrates the enduring power of love, even when that love exists beyond the boundaries of this life.
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Lyrics
The dominos kept falling in slow motion
Every doctor’s call and diagnostic test
I drove that hundred miles just to see you
The whole while cussing God and the devil in one breath
You knew I’d had my fill of the Bible
But you made it clear you loved me anyway
You never let on you were scared of dying
But you’d reach out for my hand
And I’d listen while you pray
So here’s three fingers of tequila,
One finger for the cancer
One finger for the poison they sent pouring through your veins
One finger for the preacher
cause I don’t believe the Jesus that you love so much
would put you through such pain
But I do believe one angel knows my name
When you have up on the chemo and went home
We wrote about the horses, kids, and cows
And you said you’d send me seedlings you were starting
And you thanked me for the way I still made you laugh out loud
So here’s three fingers of tequila,
One finger for the cancer
One finger for the poison they sent pouring through your veins
One finger for the preacher
cause I don’t believe the Jesus that you love so much
would put you through such pain
But I do believe one angel knows my name
Now there’s a roany grazing peaceful where you’re layin’
And a horse-tail woven in between your hands
And I’m pulling on your boots to ’em riding like I promised you l’d
do
every time I got a chance.
So here’s three fingers of tequila,
One finger for the cancer
One finger for the poison they sent pouring through your veins
One finger for the preacher
cause I don’t believe the Jesus that you love so much
would put you through such pain
But I do believe one angel knows my name