Nine Pound Hammer
Flatt And Scruggs · Other Songs - Flatt And Scruggs
my size honey for my size
Roll on buddy don't you roll so slow baby how can I
roll when the wheels won't go
[ dobro ]I'm goin' on the mountain gonna see my baby
But I ain't a comin' back Lord I ain't a comin' back
Roll on buddy don't you roll so slow baby how can I
roll when the wheels won't go
[ fiddle ]It's a long way to Hazzard and a long way to Harlan
Just to get a little brew just to get a little brew
Roll on buddy don't you roll so slow baby how can I
roll when the wheels won't go
[ banjo ]Now when I'm long gone you can make my tombstone
Out of number nine coal out of number nine coal
Roll on buddy pull a load o'coal baby how can I go when my wheels won't go
[ dobro ]This nine pound hammer...
Nine Pound Hammer
Nine Pound Hammer stands as a defining anthem of the bluegrass revival, recorded by Flatt and Scruggs in 1963. The track showcases the duo's signature blend of acoustic guitar and banjo, driven by a relentless, driving rhythm that became a hallmark of their sound. Released during a pivotal era for American folk music, the song captured the raw energy and storytelling tradition of the Appalachian region. Its infectious melody and powerful delivery helped propel Flatt and Scruggs to national prominence, influencing countless subsequent artists in the bluegrass and country genres. The recording remains a cornerstone of their discography, celebrated for its technical proficiency and emotional resonance.