Wait for the Wagon

Wait for the Wagon was written in 1850 with music by George P. Knauff and lyrics by R. Bishop Buckley. The song became widely popular in the mid-19th century and circulated through parlor singing and early American popular music traditions. It has been recorded and interpreted by artists including Burl Ives, Johnny Cash, and The New Christy Minstrels. This performance is presented as acoustic folk. Details: – Song: Wait for the Wagon – Music: George P. Knauff (1850) – Lyrics: R. Bishop Buckley – Acoustic folk performance by Jason Paul