Single Girl, Married Girl
The Carter Family
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Single girl, single girl She's going dressed so fine Oh, she's going dressed so fine Married girl, married girl She wears just any kind Oh, she wears just any kind Single girl, single girl She goes to store & buys Oh, she goes to store & buys Married girl, married girl She rocks the cradle & cries Oh, she rocks the cradle & cries Single girl, single girl She's going just where she please Oh, she's going where she please Married girl, married girl Baby on her knees Oh, baby on her knees
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Written by: A.P. CARTER
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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12 facts about this song
Music Genre"Single Girl, Married Girl" is a popular country folk song performed by The Carter Family. It is part of the traditional country music genre and American folk revival.
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First AppearanceThe song first made its appearance in 1927, featuring in one of the Family's first recording sessions.
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MOG PioneerThe Carter Famiy is considered a pioneer of the 'Mother of All Guitar' style, and this song is typically a prime example of this distinctive style.
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Song ThemeThe theme of the song focuses on the contrasting life experiences of a single girl and a married girl.
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Singer LineupThe original recording features vocals from both Sara and Maybelle Carter, two of the group's founding members.
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Impact on Country MusicThe song is considered a significant addition to early country music's repertoire. It's one of the pieces that helped to establish The Carter Family as an influential group in the genre.
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Played InstrumentsIn the song, Maybelle Carter, who plays the guitar, showcases her unique "thumb brush" technique.
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Multiple CoversNumerous artists have covered "Single Girl, Married Girl," including the likes of folk musician Doc Watson and the alternative rock band Hurray for The Riff Raff.
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Recording MethodThe original recording was made using the early, rudimentary recording method where musicians would play live into a horn that etched the sound onto a wax disc.
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Legacy"Single Girl, Married Girl" remains a standard in the genre, retaining popularity and influence decades after its original release. It's considered an essential piece in the canon of traditional American music.
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Use in MediaThe song has appeared in multiple films and television shows, including the drama series "The West Wing".
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InclusivityDespite being recorded in the 1920s, the song includes both women's views about their marital status, thus making it ahead of its time.
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