Kellogg: Could you teach us one of the songs, Professor?
Vivian: Well, here's one called Wade in the Water. Now this song told runaway slaves that the best escape route was along the river. Now, late at night, these songs could be heard coming from slave cabins along the route, guiding the runaways to freedom. [sings] Wade in the water Wade in the water children Wade in the water God's gonna trouble the water [talks] Everybody, join in now.
All: [sing] Wade in the water
Vivian: Come on, now.
All: [sing] Wade in the water children Wade in the water God's gonna trouble the water
Will: [sings] Er-er-er er-er I said wade I didn't say swim I didn't say backstroke I said wade in the water