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Huddie Ledbetter, known as Leadbelly, was a unique figure in the American popular music of the 20th century. Ultimately, he was best remembered for a body of songs that he discovered, adapted, or wrote, including "Goodnight, Irene," "Rock Island Line," "The Midnight Special," and "Cotton Fields." But he was also an early example of a folksinger whose background had brought him ...more

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  • Henry Ford Blues
  • Midnight Special
  • C.C. Rider
  • Rock Island Line

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  • CanEHdian.com: Leadbelly
  • Harry's Blues Lyrics Online: Leadbelly page
  • Harry's Blues Online: Leadbelly page
  • Listen to Bluesonline Leadbelly links
  • The Lead Belly Songbook. Lead Belly, no stranger to the blues

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