The repetition of this chorus creates a sense of urgency and desperation for liberation. The chorus, 'Go down, Moses, way down in Egypt's land, tell old Pharaoh to let my people go,' is a cry for help and a request for Moses to intercede on behalf of the people to free them from slavery. The song highlights the injustices and hardships the Israelites faced while in captivity and their desire to escape from the oppressive conditions. The lyrics are a call for freedom and liberation as Pharaoh is asked to let the Hebrew slaves go. 'Go Down Moses' explores the biblical story of Moses leading the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt.
