from the Album The Innocence Mission
(A&M, 1989)
From the stylish cover to the angelic quality of lead vocalist Karen Paris’ voice and from the ethereal melodic qualities to the lyrics fresh and surprising, the whole album reeks of beauty. Informed by their Catholic upbringing, the band demonstrates a love for the mystical and the iconic throughout.
Unlike their more popular Protestant contemporaries, Paris seems unafraid of the mystery that shrouds humanities relationship with God and one another. Both are dealt with a length on this amazing debut release.
Formed during the early to mid-1980′s when band members met each other at their High school, The Innocence Mission is really the table dressing for the songwriting prowess of lead vocalists Karen Paris and musician husband, Don. The other musicians have come and gone over the years leaving the Paris’ as the focal members of the group. On the debut under consideration here Paris was responsible for writing or co-writing every song on the album.
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Black Sheep Wall remains a personal favorite and the haunting melody never wavers. At times Paris’ voice falls into a sound similar to Maria McKee’s without the gusto. The black sheep here is reminded that there is still a shepherd out there in the field.
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Few albums among my collection are as consistently stunning and beautiful as this project. I doubt many in the future will reach its heights. " (Source: CCM's Greatest Albums)
Here is original album version of the song:
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