The Story of John Henryby Josh White

Made his first recordings in 1928 at the age of 14, blackhistorynow.com. He appeared on Broadway in 1940 as Blind Lemon Jefferson in the play "John Henry," which was loosely based on this song.

Josh White appeared on Broadway in 1940 as Blind Lemon Jefferson in the play "John Henry," which was loosely based on the song