30. Wayfaring Stranger (Traditional American)

The origins of this traditional folk song are largely unknown. Some believe it came from Ireland, others from the Catskills or the Appalachians, and some believe it comes from the African-American tradition. Among the many artists who have recorded this song are Trace Adkins, Joan Baez, Johnny Cash, Eva Cassidy, Burl Ives, Tennessee Ernie Ford, Patty Griffin, Emmy Lou Harris, Allison Krauss, Roger McGuinn, Natalie Merchant, Bill Monroe, Dolly Parton, Jerry Reid, Tony Rice, Almeda Riddle (1959), Dusty Springfield, Jo Stafford, Doc Watson and Jack White. This song is on my third CD, "Gospel Ship." Lyrics and chords of this song can be found here: http://raymondfolk.wikifoundry.com/page/Wayfaring+Stranger You can see a playlist of my gospel songs here: http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=5444D35A2AD94845 For lyrics and chords of all my songs, please see my website: http://raymondfolk.wikifoundry.com