john wesley work, jr. wrote go tell it on the mountain song.
who wrote go tell it on the mountain song?
john wesley work , jr.
go tell it on the mountain (song)









































"go tell it on the mountain" is an african-american spiritual song, compiled by john wesley work jr., dating back to at least 1865, that has been sung and recorded by many gospel and secular performers. it is considered a christmas carol because its original lyrics celebrate the nativity of jesus: 









































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go tell it on the mountain (song)
mountain song (jane's addiction song)









































"mountain song" is a song by jane's addiction and the second single from their 1988 album "nothing's shocking". "mountain song" was the first song written by the band in 1985, before a band name had even been decided upon.









































the song was initially recorded in 1986 and featured on the soundtrack to the film "dudes", starring jon cryer. this version can also be found as a track on the 1997 alternate & live cut compilation album "kettle whistle". "mountain song" was re-recorded in 1988 for "nothing's shocking".
mountain song (jane's addiction song)