Sweet Betsy from Pike

Sweet Betsy from Pike is a 19th-century American traditional song associated with the California Gold Rush and westward migration. The ballad follows a pioneer couple traveling from Pike County, Missouri, across the frontier. The song has been recorded and interpreted by artists including Johnny Cash, Burl Ives, Pete Seeger, and The New Christy Minstrels. This performance is presented as a solo acoustic folk ballad. Details: – Song: Sweet Betsy from Pike – American traditional – Approximate origin: 19th century, United States (Gold Rush era) – Solo acoustic folk performance by Jason Paul

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