Thanks so much, Frug! I was having trouble with part of the chorus... but I think you've got it! The only thing I am still not sure about is John Henry's last name... I spend a good deal of time in Harlan County and I have never heard that last name... Have you found the lyrics printed somewhere or are you saying "Merdin" based om listening to the song? Also, I know that Merle Travis wrote "Loadin' Coal" for Johnny Cash, but do you know who wrote "Coal Loadin' Johnny"? Thanks again!