On The Banks Of The Old Ponchartrain

Hank Williams

About On The Banks Of The Old Ponchartrain

On the Banks of the Old Ponchartrain is a song written by Hank Williams and Ramona Vincent. It was the singer's second single on MGM Records, released in September 1947.


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I [A] travelled from [A7] Texas to [D] old Louis-[A] anne
Through valleys, o'er mountains and [E7] plains
Both [A] footsore and [A7] weary I [D] rested a-[A] while
On The [E7] Banks Of The Old Ponchar-[A] train.

The fairest young maiden that I ever saw
Passed by as it started to rain
We both found a shelter beneath the same tree
On The Banks Of The Old Ponchartrain.

We hid from the shower an hour or so
She asked me how long I'd remain
I told her that I'd spend the rest of my days
On The Banks Of The Old Ponchartrain.

I just couldn't tell her that I ran away
From jail on a West Texas plain
I prayed in my heart I would never be found
On The Banks Of The Old Ponchartrain.

Then one day a man put his hand on my arm
And said I must go west again
I left her alone without saying goodbye
On The Banks Of The Old Ponchartrain.

Tonight as I sit here alone in my cell
I know that she's waiting in vain
I'm hoping and praying someday to return
To The Banks Of The Old Ponchartrain.

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Hank Williams

Hank Williams (/hæŋk wɪljəmz /; September 17, 1923 – January 1, 1953), born Hiram King Williams, was an American singer-songwriter and musician regarded as one of the most important country music artists of all time. Williams recorded 35 singles (five released posthumously) that would place in the Top 10 of the Billboard Country & Western Best Sellers chart, including 11 that ranked number one. more »

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Written by: RAMONA VINCENT, HANK WILLIAMS SR.

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Song Release Fact
"On the Banks of the Old Ponchartrain" was released in 1947. It was one of Hank Williams's earliest recordings.
Song Co-writer Fact
The song was co-written by Hank Williams and Ramona Vincent, a Louisiana woman who was one of the early supporters of Hank in his career.
Record Label Fact
The song was released under the MGM Records, which was one of the leading recording companies during its time.
Song Inspiration Fact
The song's title refers to Lake Pontchartrain, located in New Orleans, suggesting Williams' southern roots as the primary influence behind the song.
Chart Performance Fact
Though the song didn't reach the top of the charts, it helped establish Hank Williams as a popular country and western musician.
Genre Fact
"On the Banks of the Old Ponchartrain" predominantly falls under the Country and Western genre with a touch of honky-tonk style that is characteristic of Hank Williams' music.
Covers Fact
The song has been covered by various artists like Emmylou Harris and Gwen McCrae, indicating its influence and popularity in the music industry.
Musical Style Fact
The song displays Williams' unique style of blending blues and traditional hillbilly music, marking his distinct place in the evolution of country music.
Album Fact
The song appears on some Hank Williams' compilations including "40 Greatest Hits," a posthumous compilation of Hank Williams' top tracks.
Influence Fact
"On the Banks of the Old Pontchartrain" continues to be influential in the country music genre, marking Hank Williams' enduring legacy.

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