A Classic Favorite

Written by Woody Guthrie in 1940. It is not from the classical period of music, but it is classic music that moved the heart of many Americans and still rings true today.

The song has been changed and more lyrics added. A famous variant by Woody is:

As I went walking I saw a sign there
And on the sign it said "No Trespassing."
But on the other side it didn't say nothing,
That side was made for you and me.

Tradition continues

The song has been sung from musicians from Bob Dylan, the Weavers, Judy Collins, Joan Baez, Joni Mitchel, Richie Havens.

Once again

More recently it was played at Obama's inauguration with Pete Seeger and Bruce Springsteen. Oh, for that Spirit of healing to come to this land once again.