“Goodnight, Irene” was written and recorded in the 1930s by Huddie “Lead Belly” Ledbetter, one of the most influential figures in American folk and blues. The song became a massive mainstream hit in 1950 when The Weavers recorded their version, which reached #1 on the Billboard charts. Since then, “Goodnight, Irene” has been performed by countless artists, including Frank Sinatra, Ernest Tubb, and Eric Clapton, making it a true folk-pop crossover classic. Here, Jason Paul performs “Goodnight, Irene” with acoustic guitar and voice, offering a stripped-down take on this beloved folk standard. 👉 Q: Which version of “Goodnight, Irene” do you know? Comment below! 👇 📺 Subscribe → https://www.youtube.com/@JasonMusicPortal 🌐 More music → http://jasonpaul.net