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On the Banks of Old Tennessee

I have no father in this world
I have no father in this 5 world
He's 1 sleeping tonight where the 4 moon shines so 1 bright
On the banks of 5 old Tennes- 1 see

Refrain:On the 4 banks of old Tennes- 1 see, Lord, Lord
On the banks of old Tennes- 5 see
He's 1 sleeping tonight where the 4 moon shines so 1 bright
On the banks of 5 old Tennes- 1 see

I have no [mother, brother, sister, true love, etc.],...


A song from the The ToneWay Mountain Music Collection, which offers lyrics and free Song Clips (recordings for learning the song by ear) for nearly 400 traditional songs, many of which are often heard in bluegrass and old-time jam circles. The ToneWay Project also offers songbooks, CDs, and a free online video series for learning to play music by ear. http://ToneWay.com