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John Henry was known for his incredible strength and unparalleled work ethic. He took great pride in his abilities and believed that no machine could ever replace a human being. This belief is at the heart of the song. The lyrics of the song paint a vivid picture of John Henry’s life and his unwavering determination.
- Kay Stevenson
Lyrics. Johnny Henry’s pappy woke him up one midnight. He said “Before the sheriff comes I wanna tell you, ” Said “Listen boy. Learn to hoist a jack and learn to lay a track learn to pick and shovel too. And take that hammer, It’ll do anything you tell it to.”. John Henry’s mammy had about a dozen babies.
The Legend of John Henry’s Hammer Lyrics. [Verse] John Henry's Papy woke him up one midnight. He said before the sheriff comes I wanna tell you, listen boy. Said learn to ball a...
“The Legend Of John Henry’s Hammer” is a live version of the song recorded at Folsom Prison in 1968, which adds an extra layer of rawness and authenticity to the performance. The song tells the legendary story of John Henry, a steel driver who worked on the tunnel in West Virginia for the C&O Railroad.
