Hey, Porter
Johnny Cash
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Hey, Porter. Hey, Porter! Would you tell me the time? How much logerwill t be 'Til we ross that Mason Dixon line? At daylight will you tell that engineer to slow it down: Or better still just stop the train 'Cause I want to look around. Hey, Porter! Hey, Porter! What time did you say? How much longer will it be 'Til I can see the light of day? When we hit Dixie wll you tell that engineer to ring his bell; And ask everybody that ain't asleep to stand right up and yell. Hey, Porter! Hey, Porter! It's getting light outside, This old train is puffin' smoke and I have to strain my eyes. But ask that engineer if he will blow his whistle please, 'Cause I smell frost on cotton leaves, And feel that Southern breeze. Hey, Porter! Hey, Porter! Please get my bags for me, I need nobody to tell me now that we're in Tennessee. Go tell that engineer to make that lonesome whistle scream. We're not to far from home so take it easy on the steam. Hey, Porter! Hey, Porter! Please open up my door. When they stop this train I'm gonna get off first, 'Cause I can't wait no more. Tell that engineer I say, "Thanks a lot, I didn't mind the fare. I'm gonna set my feet on Southern soil And breathe that Southern air.
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Written by: JOHNNY CASH
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12 facts about this song
Song's Background"Hey, Porter" is one of the first songs recorded by Johnny Cash, becoming a part of his first album.
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Release InformationThe song was actually a B-side to his hit single "Cry, Cry, Cry," which was released in 1955. Despite his being a flip side, it also gained quite a popularity.
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SongwritingThe song was written by Johnny Cash himself during his time in the Air Force, stationed in Germany.
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InspirationThe song is inspired by Cash's longing for his home during his time in the armed forces. It reflects a train journey, where a passenger is eager to reach home and keeps asking the train porter about how far they are.
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GenreThe song falls under the genre of Country and folk, quite consistent with Cash's musical style.
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Album"Hey, Porter" appeared on Cash's debut album, "With His Hot and Blue Guitar," which was released through Sun Records in 1957.
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Top SongThough not as popular as "Cry, Cry, Cry," "Hey, Porter" was also well appreciated by fans and is considered one of Johnny Cash's classic hits.
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Live PerformancesCash frequently performed this song on his live performances and TV show appearances, adding it to his setlists which helped the song to retain its popularity.
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CollaborationThe song was recorded with his band, "The Tennessee Two," which consisted of Luther Perkins playing the electric guitar and Marshall Grant on the double bass.
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First HitsAlong with "Cry, Cry, Cry," many consider "Hey, Porter" to be one of the songs that marked Johnny Cash's arrival in the music industry and set the stage for his immense success.
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Cover VersionThis song has been covered by various artists across genres, including country singer Marty Stuart and R&B soul singer Ry Cooder.
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LegacyThe song has been included in several Johnny Cash compilation albums and has been used in film and television, further proving its enduring popularity.
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