“Jimmy Crack Corn” or “Blue-Tail Fly” is an American song which first became popular during the rise of blackface minstrelsy in the 1840s through performances by the Virginia Minstrels. ItContinue readingJimmy Crack Corn
She’ll Be Coming ‘Round the Mountain
“She’ll Be Coming ‘Round the Mountain” (sometimes referred to as “Coming ‘Round the Mountain”) is a traditional folk song often categorized as children’s music. The song is derived from theContinue readingShe’ll Be Coming ‘Round the Mountain
Shall We Gather at the River
Shall We Gather at the River?” or simply “At the River” are the popular names for the traditional Christian hymn originally titled “Beautiful River” and subsequently titled “Hanson Place,” writtenContinue readingShall We Gather at the River
Polly Wolly Doodle
Polly Wolly Doodle is a kid’s song dating back to the 19th century. It was first performed at the Bowery Amphitheatre in New York in 1843 sung by Dan Emmett.Continue readingPolly Wolly Doodle
Perhaps Love
“Perhaps Love” is a song that John Denver wrote and recorded as a duet with Plácido Domingo. The song appeared on Domingo’s 1981 album of the same title. “Perhaps Love”Continue readingPerhaps Love
Heartaches
Heartaches” is a song that was originally released in 1931 by composer Al Hoffman and singer John Klenner. It gained popularity in the 2010s and 2020s due to its samplingContinue readingHeartaches
It’s a Heartache
“‘It’s a Heartache’” is a song recorded by Welsh singer Bonnie Tyler. Written by Ronnie Scott and Steve Wolfe, and co-produced with David Mackay, the single was released in NovemberContinue readingIt’s a Heartache
Heartaches by the Number
“Heartaches by the Number” is a popular country song written by Harlan Howard, and published in 1959. The sheet music was a best seller in both the US and BritainContinue readingHeartaches by the Number
American Pie
“American Pie” is a song by American singer and songwriter Don McLean. Recorded and released in 1971 on the album of the same name, the single was the number-one USContinue readingAmerican Pie
Glory to His Name
“Glory to His Name” (also called “Down At The Cross”) is a hymn written by Elisha A. Hoffman in 1878. It is thought that Hoffman was reading about the crucifixionContinue readingGlory to His Name