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Rednex - Cotton Eye Joe (extended Original Version) -

: Real banjos and fiddles are layered over aggressive, thumping techno beats to create a "raw, energetic, simple, party" vibe. Who Was Cotton Eye Joe?

: The contrast of white eyes against dark skin. A Lasting Legacy Rednex - Cotton Eye Joe (Extended Original Version)

While the Rednex version focuses on the fun, the original folk lyrics are much older and shrouded in mystery. Dating back to the early 1800s, "Cotton Eye Joe" was a staple among enslaved African Americans in the South. : Real banjos and fiddles are layered over

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