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Goebel Leon Reeves (October 9, 1899 – January 26, 1959) was an American folk singer. His most famous song is "Hobo's Lullaby", which has been covered by various singers, especially Woody Guthrie. Among other artists who later performed the song were Woody Guthrie's son Arlo, Emmylou Harris, and Billy Bragg with Joe Henry.[1] A 2016 article in the Los Angeles Times said the song is "one of the most disarmingly endearing train songs ever written", and is "inextricably linked with American folk music icon Woody Guthrie".[1]

Early life

Born October 9, 1899, in Sherman, Texas, Reeves grew up in Austin.[2]

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External links

• Biographical sketch of Goebel Reeves from AllMusic
• Somewhat longer biography of Reeves from The Encyclopedia of Popular Music by Colin Larkin
• Summary of CD Hobo's Lullaby with tracks listed and a brief biographical sketch of Reeves from County Sales vendor website

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