Talk:My Old Kentucky Home
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WRONG: "...sometime between 1921 and 1930"
RIGHT: In 1924, Foster's song became a tradition at Derby. The University of Louisville began, and has played, "My Old Kentucky Home" at Derby almost every year since 1936.
I don't understand why there isn't a reference to the song's original title "Poor Uncle Tom, Good Night" (as well as the lyrics to that song). The idea of the song being inspired by a visit to the Federal Hill Mansion isn't proven, it's more likely an urban legend or folk tale of sorts, however there is actual proof that he was at least originally inspired by Harriet Beecher Stowe's "Uncle Tom's Cabin". Definitely think that needs to be adressed.
[edit] Weep No More...
Is there any proof that UK fans consider if a breach of etiquette to sing anything preceeding "Weep no more..."? I have never heard this is my life and I have heard many crowds sing the opening lines of the song.
Lnkinprk777 23:44, 23 December 2006 (UTC)
