Uploaded July 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 days ago
This one is for Frank.
Get ready to sing your heart out with our custom karaoke version of "The Boy Who Wouldn't Hoe Corn" by Alison Krauss & Union Station. Featured on their 2001 album "New Favorite", this track beautifully captures the haunting, traditional folk sound that Krauss is celebrated for. "The Boy Who Wouldn't Hoe Corn" tells a tale rich with storytelling and emotion, inviting listeners to step into a world where music is both history and narrative. Whether you're a fan of bluegrass or just love a good singalong, this karaoke track is crafted to bring the best out of any vocalist.
# About The Proper Volume:
The Proper Volume began its journey from a simple idea of hosting karaoke nights in the basement of the founders in Columbus, Ohio. This tradition blossomed, giving rise to a vibrant community and a brand that thrives on celebrating music. We create, produce, and share custom, high-quality karaoke tracks completely free of charge, nurturing a global karaoke community. Subscribe to stay tuned for more tracks and join us in with your karaoke dreams.
If you have a karaoke request, please subscribe and consider [donating](donate.thepropervolume.com) -- then [email us](mailto:request@thepropervolume.com) or visit request.thepropervolume.com and provide details. Any donation helps and will ensure your request is fulfilled promptly. Thanks for listening and being a part of the Global Karaoke Community!
# Credits:
- Artist: Alison Krauss & Union Station
- Members: Alison Krauss; Russell Moore; Ron Block; Barry Bales; Jerry Douglas; Larry Atamanuik
- Song Title: The Boy Who Wouldn't Hoe Corn
- Album Name: New Favorite
- Release Date: August 14, 2001
- Label: Rounder Records
- Genres: Bluegrass, Country music, Progressive bluegrass
- [Original Song](youtu.be/vR6n4ZqVHDE)
# More Alison Krauss Karaoke Tracks:
[Alison Krauss Karaoke!](karaokenerds.com/Artist/Alison%20Krauss/).
# Disclaimer:
All the videos, songs, images, and graphics used in the video belong to their respective owners and I or this channel does not claim any right over them. This description is not exhaustive and does not constitute legal advice. Always consult with legal professionals when dealing with copyright matters.
# Lyrics:
Tell you little story and it won't take long
About a lazy farmer who wouldn't hoe his corn
The reason why I never could tell
For that young man was always well
He planted his corn in the month of June
And by July, it was up to his eyes
Come September, came a big frost
And all the young man's corn was lost
His courtship had just begun
Said, "Young man, have you hoed some corn?"
Well, I tried and I tried and I tried in vain
But I don't believe I raised one grain
He went downtown, to his neighbor's door
Where he had often been before
Sayin', "Pretty little miss, will you marry me?"
Little miss, what do you say?
Why do you come for me to wed?
You can't even make your own corngrain
Single I am and will remain
A lazy man, I won't maintain
He turned his back and walked away
Sayin', "Little miss, you rue the day"
You rue the day that you were born
For givin' me the devil 'cause I wouldn't hoe corn
This one is for Frank.
Get ready to sing your heart out with our custom karaoke version of "The Boy Who Wouldn't Hoe Corn" by Alison Krauss & Union Station. Featured on their 2001 album "New Favorite", this track beautifully captures the haunting, traditional folk sound that Krauss is celebrated for. "The Boy Who Wouldn't Hoe Corn" tells a tale rich with storytelling and emotion, inviting listeners to step into a world where music is both history and narrative. Whether you're a fan of bluegrass or just love a good singalong, this karaoke track is crafted to bring the best out of any vocalist.
# About The Proper Volume:
The Proper Volume began its journey from a simple idea of hosting karaoke nights in the basement of the founders in Columbus, Ohio. This tradition blossomed, giving rise to a vibrant community and a brand that thrives on celebrating music. We create, produce, and share custom, high-quality karaoke tracks completely free of charge, nurturing a global karaoke community. Subscribe to stay tuned for more tracks and join us in with your karaoke dreams.
If you have a karaoke request, please subscribe and consider [donating](donate.thepropervolume.com) -- then [email us](mailto:request@thepropervolume.com) or visit request.thepropervolume.com and provide details. Any donation helps and will ensure your request is fulfilled promptly. Thanks for listening and being a part of the Global Karaoke Community!
# Credits:
- Artist: Alison Krauss & Union Station
- Members: Alison Krauss; Russell Moore; Ron Block; Barry Bales; Jerry Douglas; Larry Atamanuik
- Song Title: The Boy Who Wouldn't Hoe Corn
- Album Name: New Favorite
- Release Date: August 14, 2001
- Label: Rounder Records
- Genres: Bluegrass, Country music, Progressive bluegrass
- [Original Song](youtu.be/vR6n4ZqVHDE)
# More Alison Krauss Karaoke Tracks:
[Alison Krauss Karaoke!](karaokenerds.com/Artist/Alison%20Krauss/).
# Disclaimer:
All the videos, songs, images, and graphics used in the video belong to their respective owners and I or this channel does not claim any right over them. This description is not exhaustive and does not constitute legal advice. Always consult with legal professionals when dealing with copyright matters.
# Lyrics:
Tell you little story and it won't take long
About a lazy farmer who wouldn't hoe his corn
The reason why I never could tell
For that young man was always well
He planted his corn in the month of June
And by July, it was up to his eyes
Come September, came a big frost
And all the young man's corn was lost
His courtship had just begun
Said, "Young man, have you hoed some corn?"
Well, I tried and I tried and I tried in vain
But I don't believe I raised one grain
He went downtown, to his neighbor's door
Where he had often been before
Sayin', "Pretty little miss, will you marry me?"
Little miss, what do you say?
Why do you come for me to wed?
You can't even make your own corngrain
Single I am and will remain
A lazy man, I won't maintain
He turned his back and walked away
Sayin', "Little miss, you rue the day"
You rue the day that you were born
For givin' me the devil 'cause I wouldn't hoe corn
