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While Goodman wrote it, Arlo Guthrie 's 1972 recording remains one of the most recognizable folk versions.
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While all members contribute, Willie Nelson 's signature vocals are central to this rendition, as he previously had a massive hit with the song in 1984. š¤ļø Song Background Writer: Written by folk singer Steve Goodman in 1971. While Goodman wrote it, Arlo Guthrie 's 1972
It describes a train ride on the Illinois Central Railroad's "City of New Orleans" line from Chicago to New Orleans. While Goodman wrote it
