Folk ballad, male baritone, husky and warm, chest voice. 90–95 beats per minute, swing. Instruments: acoustic guitar, double bass, soft snare drum, muted accordion, sometimes mandolin and harmonica. Structure: 4‑bar introduction, gradual build‑up in the verses, harmonica solo, full ensemble in the last verse, fade‑out. Rustic, soulful mood, clear diction.