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Inspired by the folk music revival and the sound of the banjo.

Written by Terry Gilkyson, Rich Dehr, and Frank Miller, the song was inspired by nostalgic memories of home and lost love.

A traditional English folk song

African-American spiritual songs

African folk song "Mbube"

German folk song "Muss i denn"

The Highwaymen were a folk quintet formed by Wesleyan University undergraduates, including Bob Burnett and Dave Fisher. What began as entertainment for a fraternity developed into a recording career, with their...

Written by Pete Seeger and Lee Hays in 1949, this version became a civil rights anthem.

Based on the Russian folk song "Podmoskovnye Vechera" (Moscow Nights).

The Kingston Trio grew from a Palo Alto partnership among Dave Guard, Bob Shane and Nick Reynolds. Guitars, banjo and close vocal harmonies framed a repertoire drawn from folk traditions and other popular songs....

This folk song depicted the loneliness of being far from home.

This cover of Bob Dylan's protest song became an anthem for the civil rights movement.

This song, different from the later folk version, celebrated the excitement of New Orleans.

This cover of Bob Dylan's song captured the bittersweet nature of a relationship's end.

The New Christy Minstrels developed in 1961 when Randy Sparks expanded his earlier trio into a larger folk ensemble. The group combined vocal harmonies and instrumental performers, establishing a repertoire that...

This folk song criticized the pursuit of money over love and freedom.

Based on a poem by Leonard Lipton about childhood innocence and growing up.

The song expressed determination to prove a doubting lover wrong.

This folk song told the story of a stern but fair frontier preacher.

This cover of a 1929 song by Gus Cannon became a folk revival hit.

Based on an old English nursery rhyme, adapted for folk-pop.

Traditional folk song, arranged by The Animals with a rock interpretation.

The New Christy Minstrels developed in 1961 when Randy Sparks expanded his earlier trio into a larger folk ensemble. The group combined vocal harmonies and instrumental performers, establishing a repertoire that...

Cover of a 1932 standard written by Ann Ronell, given a folk-pop treatment.

Glenn Yarbrough developed a clear tenor style through folk singing and the coffeehouse circuit. With Alex Hassilev and Lou Gottlieb, he formed the Limeliters, taking the name from an Aspen folk club. His later solo...

A folk song inspired by Donovan's travels and experiences.

Written by P.F. Sloan as a protest song about the state of the world.

A cover of Bob Dylan's song, transformed into a folk-rock hit.

Dylan's transition from acoustic to electric, inspired by his disillusionment with the folk scene.

A cover of Bob Dylan's folk song, transformed into jangle pop.

A cover of a folk song by Canadian singer-songwriter Sylvia Tyson.

Dylan's complex feelings about desire and relationships

Rumored to be about smoking banana peels, but Donovan claimed it was about being cool

Dylan's playful wordplay and Biblical references

A traditional West Indies folk song, arranged by Brian Wilson

Donovan's feelings for Linda Lawrence, who later became his wife

A mix of A.A. Milne's Winnie the Pooh and folk singer Fred Neil

A satirical look at the commercialization of rock music

Peter, Paul and Mary included John Denver's Leaving on a Jet Plane on Album 1700 in 1967. Their own career history distinguishes that album appearance from the recording's later success as a single in 1969. The 2004...

The taboo of interracial relationships in the 1960s

Written by Tom Paxton, the song humorously describes the effects of alcohol.

Scottish singer-songwriter Donovan reached a wider audience with Catch the Wind, then worked with producer Mickie Most on records including Sunshine Superman, Mellow Yellow and Hurdy Gurdy Man. His writing also...

Donovan wrote this song about Jenny Boyd, sister of Pattie Boyd and George Harrison's sister-in-law.

Based on the mythical lost continent of Atlantis

Originally written for the movie "Midnight Cowboy" but not used

This introspective folk rock song became one of Simon & Garfunkel's most critically acclaimed tracks.

This upbeat, rhythmic song contrasted with Simon & Garfunkel's usual folk sound and became a top 5 hit.

This folk rock song showcased the group's signature harmonies and became a fan favorite.

This folk-rock song helped establish Seals and Crofts as a notable duo in the early 1970s.

This folk-pop song became Anne Murray's breakthrough hit in the United States and established her international career.

This folk rock song, featuring Jerry Garcia on pedal steel guitar, became one of CSNY's most beloved tracks.

This heavy rock version of the traditional folk song became Frijid Pink's biggest hit.

This folk rock song showcased Jethro Tull's unique blend of rock and traditional instruments.

Possibly about Elvis Presley

This unique, wordless song became an unexpected hit for Bob Dylan.

Collins' a cappella version of this traditional hymn became a surprise hit in 1971.

From Prine's debut album, this folk song showcased his storytelling abilities and humor.

This introspective folk song became Lightfoot's breakthrough hit in the United States in 1971.

This folk-rock song became Rod Stewart's breakthrough hit as a solo artist, topping charts worldwide.

This controversial folk-rock song gained popularity in 1971 despite its drug references.

This folk-rock song about draft evasion became Edwards' biggest hit.

This folk-country song became one of John Denver's signature tunes and an unofficial anthem of West Virginia.

This folk-rock song further established Lightfoot as a significant singer-songwriter of the era.

Baez's cover of The Band's song became a top-five hit and introduced the song to a wider audience.

This folk-pop song became one of Stevens' signature hits, gaining popularity throughout 1971.

This cover of Joni Mitchell's song became a hit for the British folk-rock group in early 1971.

Don McLean began as a folk performer, including work supporting Pete Seeger's Hudson River cleanup efforts. Tapestry introduced his album career in 1970, followed by American Pie in 1971. His repertoire includes the...

Lightfoot's feelings for his wife

A train journey from Chicago to New Orleans

A humorous take on folk remedies

Cat Stevens moved from the arranged pop of Matthew & Son toward the intimate acoustic sound of Tea for the Tillerman and Teaser and the Firecat. Producer Paul Samwell-Smith and guitarist Alun Davies helped develop...

A man trying to contact his ex-girlfriend through an operator

A protest against political corruption

A fictional story about a chance encounter with an ex-lover

A cover of The Tokens' version of a Zulu folk song

Don McLean began as a folk performer, including work supporting Pete Seeger's Hudson River cleanup efforts. Tapestry introduced his album career in 1970, followed by American Pie in 1971. His repertoire includes the...

A traditional Irish folk song

A fictional story about a pool hall hustler

Mitchell's attempt to write a hit single

Reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in July 1973 Inspired by a man Croce met while serving in the Army

From the film "The Last American Hero"

Spent four weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart Based on a folk tale about a prisoner returning home

Written for Croce's unborn son Featured in the film "X-Men: Days of Future Past"

Freedom and escape from past relationships

Father-son relationship and the cycle of neglect

Mitchell's reflections on love and freedom

Croce's way of expressing love to his wife

Elton John and Bernie Taupin composition about enduring love

Reflections on youth and the passage of time

Lightfoot's tumultuous relationship with Cathy Smith

Written for Croce's unborn son

Ian's reflection on her own experiences as a teenager and societal beauty standards.

A cover of the Allman Brothers Band song, given a folk treatment.

Father-son relationship and the cycle of neglect

A folk song reflecting on Baez's past relationship with Bob Dylan.

A folk-rock song about personal growth and change.

A jazz-influenced song about the complexities of love and relationships.

A cover of Marvin Gaye's 1964 hit, rearranged as a folk-rock ballad.

Based on the true story of boxer Rubin "Hurricane" Carter.

A folk ballad about saying goodbye to a loved one.

A folk-rock song about life's journey and personal growth.

A jazzy folk song about a romantic relationship with an older man.

A folk song about people who offer comfort during difficult times.

A reflective ballad about the aftermath of a celebration.

A folk-rock ballad telling the story of a legendary ghost horse.

Lightfoot was inspired by the interconnectedness of people and experiences.

A follow-up to his hit "Taxi," continuing the story of a past relationship.

A cover of Roy Orbison's 1961 hit, McLean's version became popular in 1981.

Chapman has said the story is not directly autobiographical. Its struggling couple reflects the working-class community she observed while growing up in Cleveland, with hard work and hope repeatedly meeting difficult...

Scottish and Irish folk music

A cover of Tim Hardin's 1965 folk song about maintaining hope in a troubled relationship.

A techno-country remake of a traditional American folk song.

A techno remake of a traditional American folk song.

The track was inspired by Romanian folk music and pop culture.

The song blends EDM with folk music, inspired by Avicii's desire to create a unique sound.

Irish folk music and culture.

A folk-pop collaboration about regretful drunk dialing.

A folk-pop song about loneliness and changing seasons in New England.

The screenshot identifies Michael as track 9 of Still Rowing!, a Highwaymen folk release whose published track list includes Irene Goodnight, The Gypsy Rover and The Glory Years. The listed performance lasts 2:57....