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GUEST,Simon Finger Songs about city life (70* d) Best 'city songs?' 14 Jun 12

I teach at a small college in Oregon, and this fall I will be teaching a course on the city in American history. I thought that folk song might be a good way to get at popular attitudes about cities, especially before 1900. So as I build this compilation, I'm looking for suggestions as to what I should include. I'm especially looking for songs that highlight any of the following themes, but would certainly appreciate any advice or suggestions the group may have.

*City contrasted with Country
*City as a place to find work
*the city as a place of fun and frolic
*the city as decadent, dangerous, and morally corrupting
*the "bumpkin" falling prey to the dangerous city
*the "bumpkin" outsmarting the city

Thanks for your help!

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