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Tennessee Ernie Ford - Sixteen Tons (1955) "Sixteen Tons," performed by Tennessee Ernie Ford in 1955, became an iconic anthem reflecting the struggles of American workers, particularly coal miners. With Ford's deep baritone, the song vividly depicts the harsh realities of labor and debt under the company store system. Originally written by Merle Travis in 1946, inspired by the coal mining hardships in Kentucky, the song resonated with Ford, whose rendition cemented its place in American music hi

6.2K views · 48 reactions | Inside the Tennessee State Capitol, you'll find portraits and busts of men that have stood tall in Tennessee history. On Monday, they honored a woman — who may not exactly tower over anybody — but she casts a long shadow in the world of country music. Ben Hill Chris Davis NewsChannel 5 Details here --> https://bit.ly/3Zq7CPU | NewsChannel 5 Nashville | Facebook