Guide to Traditional Cajun Songs: "Much like the raconteur tales of old, according to the tastes of the performer, the lyrics of the songs were often improvised or made up as they went along. This created an on-going evolution as the songs were in a constant flow of change. These early Cajun songs were generally performed as unaccompanied ballads. They were narrative songs."
Serious in depth article about the evolution of Cajun folk songs. 5 videos for your listening pleasure too!
By Jerilee Wei
Video above of Bruce Springsteen, rock version of Cajun Jole Blon
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