My Grandfather's Clock

The song "My Grandfather's Clock" by Henry Clay Work is written in the key of C major. It was composed in 1876 and has since become a popular and enduring piece of American music. The song tells the story of a clock that belonged to the composer's grandfather, which ticked faithfully until his death. The melody of the song is simple and catchy, with a nostalgic and charming quality. Notable performers of this song include Johnny Cash, Johnny Cash and Burl Ives. A piece of trivia about the song is that it was reportedly inspired by a real clock in a hotel in Maine, which the composer saw in 1874. Its popularity has made it a timeless classic in American folk music.