I Wonder How the Old Folks Are At Home
intermediate
I Wonder How the Old Folks Are At Home
Doc Watson
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Chord Chart
Verse
GG
CC
GG
GG
GG
GG
CC
CC
CC
CC
GG
GG
A7A7
A7A7
DD
DD
Chorus
GG
CC
GG
GG
GG
GG
CC
CC
CC
CC
GG
GG
A7A7
DD
GG
GG
Chords used:
A7
C
D
G
Lyrics
Well I wonder how the old folks are at home
I wonder if they miss me while I roam
I wonder if they pray for the boy who went away
And left his dear old parents all alone
You could hear the cattle lowing in the lane
You could see the fields of blue grass where I've grown
You could almost hear them cry as they kissed their boy goodbye
Well I wonder how the old folks are at home
Just a village and a homestead on the farm
And a mother's love to shield you from all harm
A mother's love so true a sweetheart that loves you
A village and a homestead on the farmDemo Videos
About This Song
I Wonder How the Old Folks Are At Home is a heartfelt traditional song closely associated with Doc Watson, who popularized it with his distinctive flatpicking style. The song's nostalgic lyrics about longing for home and family made it a favorite in the folk revival era and remains a touching addition to bluegrass repertoires.