On the Willows

E945871

"On the Willows" is a reflective, melancholic song from the musical *Godspell*, known for its Psalm 137–inspired lyrics and contemplative tone.

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Predicate Object
instanceOf musical theatre song
song
associatedWith Christian liturgical and devotional contexts
basedOn Psalm 137 NERFINISHED
genre contemporary Christian music
show tune
hasInstrumentation accompanied song
hasLyrics adaptation of biblical text
hasMood meditative
somber
hasPerformanceStyle ensemble vocals
lyrical ballad
hasSubject remembering Zion
sorrow in captivity
suspension of joy
inspiredBy Psalm 137 NERFINISHED
isKnownFor Psalm 137–inspired lyrics
reflective, melancholic character
use in worship and church performances
language English
lyricTheme exile
lament
longing for Jerusalem
loss
spiritual reflection
medium vocal music
narrativeFunction marks a turning point toward the Passion narrative in Godspell
underscores separation between Jesus and his followers
partOf Godspell NERFINISHED
performedIn film adaptation of Godspell
stage productions of Godspell
titleComesFrom phrase in Psalm 137
tone contemplative
melancholic
usedAs reflective moment in Godspell

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Godspell notableSong On the Willows