We Will Go
“Prince. Stranger.” is the sequence that bridges from the “Cradle and Crown” montage to the adult Moses we meet in the desert. The number unfolds as a memory-poem told through chant, spoken word, and rhythmic storytelling. Moses never sings; the world sings about him, shaping him before he can shape himself.
“We Will Go” is the moment Moses, Aaron, and Miriam shift from answering a call to awakening a nation. The song ignites as they begin their march toward Egypt, each step drawing more Israelites from homes and fields until a growing movement forms behind them. It functions as both a worship anthem and a cinematic march of unity, written to resonate across Jewish, Christian, and Muslim traditions.
The musical foundation is global and rhythmic. Acoustic guitar, shakers, claps, and warm pads create a steady pulse that mirrors the rising footsteps of the people. Moses leads with soulful baritone grit, joined by Aaron’s steady strength and Miriam’s bright melodic clarity. Call-andresponse passages invite the ensemble to join, creating a chorus that expands in sound and number as the march grows.
As the pre-chorus builds, individuals step forward to echo Moses directly, until the full ensemble lifts into the main chorus with bold, unified harmony. Choreography develops alongside the music, turning the march into a coordinated display of courage. Percussion and bright synths elevate the anthem into a public declaration of hope.
The bridge becomes the rallying cry, with shouted affirmations as the people take ownership of the mission. By the final chorus, the crowd sings with conviction not only because Moses leads, but because they now believe in the purpose themselves. The Afrobeat outro transforms the march into joyful celebration, drums and claps sending the movement forward with energy.
“We Will Go” is a global anthem of courage and justice. It marks the moment fear breaks, hope rises, and a people find their voice together. “We Will Go” Primary Singers
MOSES – Male baritone (Lead Vocal)
Vocal tone: soulful, gritty, bold. Moses leads the anthem with conviction born from his encounter with God. His voice carries courage and humility, calling the people to join the march. He sings with rhythmic phrasing and powerful lift, guiding the energy of the movement.
ENSEMBLE – Mixed voices (Supporting Vocals)
Vocal tone: energetic, unified, communal. The ensemble represents the Israelites who join Moses on his journey. They provide echo lines, call-and-response, shouts, and full-harmony sections. Their sound should feel like a growing crowd finding strength together. They support Moses without overshadowing him.
CHOIR / CONGREGATIONAL VOICES – Expanded ensemble
(Final Chorus and Outro)
Vocal tone: warm, full, celebratory.
These voices create the sense of a street-wide march. They join during major chorus moments and the Afrobeat outro. Their singing should feel joyful, inclusive, and explosive, turning the anthem into a communal declaration of faith and unity.
“We Will Go” Musical Style & Direction
“We Will Go” is a mid-tempo global worship anthem built on rhythm, unity, and forward motion. The music must feel like a march gathering strength as more people join Moses on his journey toward Egypt. The song begins with light, organic textures: acoustic guitar, soft shaker rhythm, hand claps, and warm ambient pads. These elements mimic the sound of early footsteps and create a pulse that feels both intimate and expectant.
Moses leads with a soulful baritone tone that blends grit with confidence. His phrases should feel like declarations spoken on behalf of the people. As the ensemble answers him in echoes and call-and-response lines, the texture thickens. Drums enter gradually, starting with soft toms and low kick patterns, then building into a fuller rhythmic foundation that drives the song forward like the steady advance of a crowd.
The chorus must lift vertically with bold, simple, memorable lines. Harmonies should widen. Drums, synths, and bright percussive accents expand the sound into a cinematic march. This is the moment when visual choreography grows: more Israelites step into formation, clap on the beat, and move in unity. Their energy must be joyful, resolute, and contagious.
During the verse and bridge sections, the music leans into global worship influences, blending African rhythmic patterns, Middle Eastern ornamentation, and contemporary praise elements. The bridge is the rallying point. Shouted responses and group affirmations create a call to action that feels communal and urgent. The crowd lifts as one body, reinforcing the message that the mission is shared.
The modulated final chorus should feel like a key shift in both music and spirit. The sound becomes expansive, triumphant, and bright. Congregational voices join in full strength. Choreography widens across the stage, showing the movement growing beyond Moses, Aaron, and Miriam into a wave of people rising in faith and action.
The Afrobeat-inspired outro transforms the anthem into celebration. Drums, claps, and syncopated rhythms carry the crowd into joyful motion as chants repeat. The scene should feel alive, communal, and unstoppable, as if the entire nation is stepping into its destiny.
“We Will Go” must sound like a march, a prayer, and a promise. It is the anthem where courage becomes collective.
[VERSE 1]
[MOSES steps forward at the front of the march. Light guitar, shaker rhythm, and soft claps begin. The crowd behind him is small at first, still forming. His voice rises with purposeful warmth.]
[MOSES:]
God of mercy
God of flame
You light the path
You called by name
Out of silence
You command
We rise with hope
We take a stand
[PRE-CHORUS]
[The ensemble steps closer behind Moses. They echo his lines with growing excitement. Drums begin to enter under the beat.]
[MOSES + ENSEMBLE (as an echo):]
[SOLO:]
You didn’t call the mighty
[GROUP:] No! [SOLO:]
You just send the true
[SOLO:]
You don’t need the loudest
[GROUP:] No!
[SOLO:]
You said: “I. choose. you.”
[GROUP:]
We’re chosen!
[CHORUS – FULL CONGREGATION]
[The march grows. More Israelites join from the edges of the stage. Drums, pads, and bright synths lift the sound. Hands rise. The chorus becomes a full-company declaration.]
We will go
For the glory of God
We will run
By the strength of His love
We will rise
For the Great I Am
We will stand
With our hearts in His hand
We won’t stay silent
We answer the call
We’ll speak for the voiceless You’re Lord over all We will go!
We will go!
For the glory of God, we go!
[VERSE 2 – SOLOIST + CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE]
[A soloist steps out from the ensemble. The march continues in gentle, unified movement. Responders answer in rhythm, clapping on the beat.] [SOLOIST:]
We were dust, but You gave breath
You bring justice, You bring rest
For those in shackles, You bring choice
For those oppressed, we’ll be their voice
[GROUP:]
Yes, Lord, we go! Yes, Lord, we go!
[BRIDGE – CALL AND RESPONSE / GROUP SHOUTS]
[Energy surges. The march becomes choreography. Stomps, claps, and raised fists punctuate each response. The sound is loud, joyful, and communal.]
Who will stand when the strong say “no”?
We will go! We will show!
Who will rise for the weak and worn? We will go! We are reborn!
Who will speak for the ones unheard?
We will go! We bring Your word!
Who will march for the Great I Am? We will go! Yes, we can!
[CHORUS – MODULATED FINAL CHORUS]
[The key shifts upward. The entire congregation sings at full strength. Movement widens across the stage. Drums and synths hit with celebratory force.]
We will go
For the glory of God
We will run
With His truth in our blood
We will rise
For the Great I Am
We will shine
With His love in our hands
We won’t stay silent
We answer the call
We’ll free the captives
You’re Lord over all
We will go
We will go For the glory of God, we go!
[AFROBEAT OUTRO – CELEBRATORY CHANT]
[High-energy percussion fills the space. The march becomes a dance. The crowd swells to its largest size yet, each line shouted with joy and conviction.]
[GROUP CHANT – CALL + RESPONSE]
We won’t be silent
We won’t sit down
We rise through love
We stand our ground
The Great I Am
Our fire, our flame
We will go
In Your great name!
[The chant repeats with drums, claps, lifted hands, and full celebration. The stage becomes a festival of unity and resolve.]