“She Wore a Yellow Ribbon” is a traditional American song that dates back to the mid-19th century. Its origin is unclear, but it is believed to have been inspired byContinue readingShe Wore a Yellow Ribbon
Who’ll Stop the Rain
“Who’ll Stop the Rain” is a song written by John Fogerty and originally recorded by Creedence Clearwater Revival for their 1970 album Cosmo’s Factory. Backed with “Travelin’ Band”, it wasContinue readingWho’ll Stop the Rain
Ballad of the Alamo
The song “Ballad of the Alamo” by Marty Robbins tells the story of the famous Battle of the Alamo, which took place in 1836 during the Texan Revolution. The lyricsContinue readingBallad of the Alamo
Cruel War
Cruel War, Writer/Composer Peter Yarrow & Paul Stookey – Release Date 1962. The song “Cruel War” by Peter, Paul and Mary was released in 1962, during a tumultuous time inContinue reading Cruel War
Michael, Row the Boat Ashore
“Michael, Row the Boat Ashore” (also called “Michael Rowed the Boat Ashore”, “Michael, Row Your Boat Ashore”, or “Michael, Row That Gospel Boat”) is a traditional spiritual first noted duringContinue readingMichael, Row the Boat Ashore
Shoofly Pie
The Sweet Way Shoofly Pie (Likely) Got Its Name. Anyone who’s traveled to Pennsylvania’s Amish country has likely come across an unusual baked good with an even more unusual nameContinue readingShoofly Pie
Mansion Over the Hilltop
“Mansion Over the Hilltop” is a Southern Gospel song written by Ira Stanphill, written in 1949. It was most notably performed by Elvis Presley on the album His Hand inContinue readingMansion Over the Hilltop
She Used to Be Mine
“She Used to Be Mine” is a song written by American singer-songwriter Sara Bareilles for Waitress, her musical stage adaptation of the 2007 film of the same name. It wasContinue readingShe Used to Be Mine
Comedy Tonight
Comedy Tonight is a classic song written by Stephen Sondheim for the musical “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum.” The song serves as an opening numberContinue readingComedy Tonight
Angelo
“Angelo” is a song by British pop group Brotherhood of Man. Released as a single in June 1977, it became the group’s second UK number one hit. Written by TonyContinue readingAngelo