This song was not written by Woody Guthrie; it was written by Goebel Reeves in the early 1930's. The melody is the old Civil War song 'Just Before the Battle, Mother.'
I think this is the best version out there. Not because Woody didn't do it the best, but it sounds the way it should-just one clawhammer guitar, and a guy with a raspy, worn, tired and rugged voice. Then, a little bit of back vocals to add to the effect.
@stablejelly Ah, I see! Thanks. He did perform it, though, and since he wrote so many great songs I thought he may have written this one as well. Interesting, that he found this to be his favorite song.
This song was not written by Woody Guthrie; it was written by Goebel Reeves in the early 1930's. The melody is the old Civil War song 'Just Before the Battle, Mother.'
A great cover of a classic tune. Woody be proud, Deer Tick played it great....
I think this is the best version out there. Not because Woody didn't do it the best, but it sounds the way it should-just one clawhammer guitar, and a guy with a raspy, worn, tired and rugged voice. Then, a little bit of back vocals to add to the effect.
This is beautiful. I had no idea there was a Hobo Lullaby.
AMERICAN FOLK MUSIC IS COMIN HELL YA!!!
I first heard this song a few years ago by The New Binkley Bros. from Chattanooga. This version is good too.
i love deer tick too
i love deer tick
@stablejelly Ah, I see! Thanks. He did perform it, though, and since he wrote so many great songs I thought he may have written this one as well. Interesting, that he found this to be his favorite song.
ill always love woody's the best but this is great, i respect john so much
Mmm Deer tick
7 now
@kcherezov well it isnt 7 now anymore either, it is 11 words.
i want to see a music video for this. really bad
Oi
@MrAleChild 7 now
Is this really a traditional? I thought Woody Guthrie wrote this - actually I am quite sure.