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Who wrote 'Oh Susanna'?

But it’s interesting to look at the lyrics that Foster actually wrote for his biggest hit: ‘Oh Susanna’. It turns out that the lyrics to this song have been heavily modified over the years, largely to erase its racist past.. There are the first lyrics published upon release of the song in 1848.

How do you write a song about Susanna?

SUSANNA. A musical score should appear at this position in the text. Wid my banjo on my knee, My true love for to see; The weather it was dry, Susanna, don't you cry. CHORUS. Oh! Susanna, Oh don't you cry for me, I've come from Wid by banjo on my knee.

How many verses are in 'Oh Susanna'?

Following the success of “Oh! Susanna,” he signed a contract with Christy Minstrels, one of the most popular and influential blackface performing troupes of the 19th century. The original lyrics included three verses, each followed by a refrain: “Oh Susanna, do not cry for me; I come from Alabama, with my Banjo on my knee.”

Did you know the lyrics of 'Oh Susanna' have changed since 1848?

Little did I know that the lyrics have been completely changed since 1848. Last week, a major controversy erupted over a statue commemorating American composer Stephen Foster. He’s the songwriter of classic American songs like ‘Oh Susanna’ and ‘Camptown Races’ (more on the lyrics to ‘Oh Susanna’ in a moment).

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