What is the meaning of the folk song he's gone away?

Answer 1

The American folk song 'He's Gone Away' is an early Appalachian Mountain folk song. It is said to have originated in some form from England, and eventually caught on with the slave spiritual tradition.

Answer 2

This poignant dialogue between a young man and woman in love - just before he has to depart for an indefinite separation - is an early American Appalachian mountain folk song. It probably originated in some form from England, and eventually resonated with the slave spiritual tradition, reminding us of the cruel forced separations imposed on many during that time.

Answer 3

this folk song is based on a guy who leaves his family and then he comes back and the family are really over it