There was no bigger fan of Tennessee Ernie Ford than my dad, so that means I heard a lot of his songs while I was growing up. I still like them, too. 16 TONS was his big hit, of course, but I think a song like this really does a better job of showcasing that magnificent voice. One of the best pure singers ever, as far as I'm concerned.
THE BLACK KNIGHT and "The Tournament of Doom" (1955)
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I still remember his appearance as "Cousin Ernie" on I LOVE LUCY.
Jeff M.
A great voice. A shame that 16 Tons was his big hit. He had others that I really liked more.
You can't go wrong with the old Pea Picker.
My father liked him, too.
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