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This old time Appalachian song has new lyrics (lyrics are based on the history of the Cumberland Gap. They are in the banjo part and someone can sing along). It follows the melody but also is a little different. This version has parts for duet, optional violin and piano. It also has guitar chords to strum along to. It's sure to get your toes a tappin". cdboss@cvalley.net
Lyrics:
Cumberland Gap
Appalachian Folk Song
Arranged by Connie Boss
Refrain:
Cumberland Gap, Cumberland Gap
Its a long journey through the Cumberland Gap
Cumberland Gap, Cumberland Gap
They had to make a map just to find their way back
Verse 1:
To get across the mountain they had to make a path
Cumberland Gap, Cumberland Gap
The rocks were very big and they were hard to pass
Cumberland Gap, Cumberland Gap
Refrain:
Verse 2:
The gap was very treacherous, but they did their best
Cumberland Gap, Cumberland Gap
They had to make through it to travel out West
Cumberland Gap, Cumberland Gap
Refrain:
Verse 3:
The gap was used in many of the past wars
Cumberland Gap, Cumberland Gap
And they all believed what they were fighting for
Cumberland Gap, Cumberland Gap
Final Refrain:
Cumberland Gap, Cumberland Gap - repeat
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