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Who sang Cotton Eyed Joe?

Rufus Wainwright released the song Cotton Eyed Joe.

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The meaning of the song 'Cotton Eyed Joe ', based on the lyrics
What is Cotton Eyed Joe about?
🎶 Cotton Eyed Joe song analysis
The protagonist is wondering where Cotton-Eyed Joe came from and where he went. She mentions that she came to see him and show him her diamond ring. She also mentions that if it hadn't been for Cotton-Eyed Joe, she would have been married a long time ago. In simple terms, the protagonist is questioning where Cotton-Eyed Joe came from and why he left. She came to visit him and show him her valuable diamond ring. She also mentions that if it wasn't for him, she would have been married by now.

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