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How Come I'm Born Wid a Hook in My Hand

from John Henry Original (1940)

How Come I'm Born Wid a Hook in My Hand is a song from John Henry. Sing How Come I'm Born Wid a Hook in My Hand alongside real Broadway performers at Sing with the Stars in New York City.

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Credits

Composed by
Roark Bradford
Lyrics by
Roark Bradford
Position
Act 1, Song 2 of 17

Characters

Characters who perform this song:

John Henry

from John Henry

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How Come I'm Born Wid a Hook in My Hand appears in John Henry.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is How Come I'm Born Wid a Hook in My Hand?
How Come I'm Born Wid a Hook in My Hand is a Broadway song from John Henry.
What show is How Come I'm Born Wid a Hook in My Hand from?
How Come I'm Born Wid a Hook in My Hand is from John Henry, a Broadway play.
Who wrote How Come I'm Born Wid a Hook in My Hand?
How Come I'm Born Wid a Hook in My Hand was composed by Roark Bradford with lyrics by Roark Bradford.
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