Where Have All the Flowers Gone?
Pete Seeger
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Where have all the flowers gone? Long time passing Where have all the flowers gone? Long time ago Where have all the flowers gone? Girls have picked them every one When will they ever learn? When will they ever learn? Where have all the young girls gone? Long time passing Where have all the young girls gone? Long time ago Where have all the young girls gone? Taken husbands every one When will they ever learn? When will they ever learn? Where have all the young men gone? Long time passing Where have all the young men gone? Long time ago Where have all the young men gone? Gone for soldiers every one When will they ever learn? When will they ever learn? Where have all the soldiers gone? Long time passing Where have all the soldiers gone? Long time ago Where have all the soldiers gone? Gone to graveyards every one When will they ever learn? When will they ever learn? Where have all the graveyards gone? Long time passing Where have all the graveyards gone? Long time ago Where have all the graveyards gone? Covered with flowers every one When will we ever learn? When will we ever learn?
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Written by: Peter Seeger
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10 facts about this song
Creation"Where Have All the Flowers Gone?" was written by Pete Seeger in 1955. It is considered one of the greatest songs in folk music genre.
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InspirationThe song was inspired by a passage from a Ukrainian folk song mentioned in the novel 'And Quiet Flows the Don' by Mikhail Sholokhov.
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ThemeThe song is an anti-war ballad, highlighting the destruction and futility of war. It emphasizes the cyclical nature of violence and the unending pain it inflicts.
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PopularityThe song became a hit for several artists, with many interpretations becoming popular in various regions across the globe. Notable covers include versions by The Kingston Trio, Joan Baez, and many others.
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RecognitionThe song was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2002, indicating its cultural significance and enduring popularity.
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ExtensionOriginally, the song only had three verses. However, additional verses were later added by Joe Hickerson in 1960.
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VersionsBesides English, the song has been covered in several languages including French, German, Italian, and Spanish, showing its universal appeal and power.
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Usage in Film and TVThe song was used in various films and television programs, most notably in the 1997 film 'A Life Less Ordinary' and the 2005 film 'Mad Hot Ballroom'.
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Political UseDue to its anti-war sentiment, this song became an anthem for the peace movement during the 1960s, especially throughout the Vietnam War.
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Pete Seeger's LegacyThe global appreciation and impact of "Where Have All The Flowers Gone?" symbolizes Pete Seeger's profound influence in folk and protest music. The song continues to be admired for its timeless message against war.
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