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"Goodnight, Irene" or "Irene, Goodnight," is a 20th-century American folk standard, written in 3 4 time, first recorded by American blues musician Huddie 'Lead Belly' Ledbetter in 1933. A version recorded by the Weavers was a #1 hit in 1950.
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Goodnight, Irene Lyrics: I asked your mother for you / She told me that you was too young / I wish dear Lord that I'd never seen your face / I'm sorry you ever were born / Irene good night /...
Jun 22, 2015 · Listen to the official audio for Lead Belly's "Irene (Goodnight Irene)" from the 2015 box set 'Lead Belly: The Smithsonian Folkways Collection.' ...more.
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169K subscribers. Subscribed. 9.5K. 1.1M views 10 years ago. A folklorist, John Lomax and his son Alan Lomax, with funding from the Library of Congress recorded Huddie William Ledbetter, commonly...
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Apr 7, 2020 · Provided to YouTube by The Orchard EnterprisesIrene (Goodnight Irene) · Lead BellyThe Tradition Masters: Lead Belly℗ 1939 © Tradition Records™ a division of ...
Nov 4, 2023 · Originally written and performed by the legendary American musician Huddie William Ledbetter, known as Lead Belly, the song tells a story of love, loss, and longing. Its timeless appeal lies in its ability to resonate with people from diverse backgrounds and evoke a profound emotional response.
Goodnight Irene. I guess you're in my dreams. [Verse 1] I love Irene, god know I do. Love her till the sea run dry. If Irene turns her back on me. I'm gonna run away and fly. [Chorus] Irene...
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