Old Black Joe
Bing Crosby
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Gone are the days When my heart was young and gay Gone are toils Of the cotton fields away Gone to the fields Of a better land, I know I hear those gentle voices callin' me Old black Joe I'm comin', I'm comin' Though my head is bendin' low I hear those gentle voices calling Old black Joe I'm comin' home (I'm comin' home) Well, I'm comin' home (I'm comin' home) Though my head (my head, my head is bendin' low) I hear those gentle voices calling Old black Joe Gone are the days When my heart was young and gay Gone are the toils of the cotton fields, away Gone to the fields of a better land I know I hear those gentle voices calling Old black Joe I'm comin' home (I'm comin' home) Oh, an' I'm comin' home (I'm comin' home) Well oh well, my head (my head) is bendin' low I hear those gentle voices calling Old black Joe I'm comin' home (I'm comin' home) Oh, an' I'm comin' home (I'm comin' home) Can ya see my head (my head) is bendin' low I hear those gentle voices calling Old black Joe Old black Joe Old black Joe
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Written by: JERRY LEE LEWIS
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4 facts about this song
Old Black Joe" songWritten by Stephen Foster, "Old Black Joe" is one of many songs that he composed during the 19th century that remains popular even in the 21st century.
- The song was first published in 1860, which is still largely considered an important piece of American music history.
- Despite controversies around the song due to allegations of racial insensitivity, "Old Black Joe" has been recorded by several well-known artists throughout history, including Al Jolson, Bing Crosby, and Jerry Lee Lewis.
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Al Jolson's versionAl Jolson, widely known as the "King of the Jesters," recorded a version of "Old Black Joe" for his 1911 Broadway musical "The Honeymoon Express."
- Jolson’s version of the song, like many of his pieces, featured his heavily stylized, emotive performance style.
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Bing Crosby's versionBing Crosby, a popular singer and actor from the 1930s to 1950s, also recorded a version of "Old Black Joe."
- Crosby's version of "Old Black Joe", released in 1947, was included as a part of an album called "Stephen Foster" with Decca Records.
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Jerry Lee Lewis's versionJerry Lee Lewis, a celebrated rock and roll musician from the 1950s, also performed "Old Black Joe."
- Lewis's rendition of the song, featured on his album "Rockin' My Life Away," was notable for blending the traditional melody of the song with his distinct rock and roll style.
- This version was released later in his career, in 1991, showcasing his unique ability to draw from multiple music genres.
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