If I Had A Hammer (The Hammer Song)

Song Info:
"If I Had A Hammer (The Hammer Song)" was released by American folk group Peter, Paul & Mary in 1962. The single was written by Pete Seeger and Lee Hays in 1949, and it became a popular protest song during the Civil Rights Movement in the 1960s. The song's powerful lyrics and catchy melody resonated with audiences, and it became one of Peter, Paul & Mary's signature songs, reaching number 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

Artist Bio:
Peter, Paul & Mary was a folk music trio consisting of Peter Yarrow, Noel Paul Stookey, and Mary Travers. Formed in the early 1960s, the group quickly rose to fame with their harmonious vocals and socially conscious lyrics. They were known for their activism and performed at numerous civil rights and anti-war events during the 1960s. Peter, Paul & Mary released multiple hit songs, including "Blowin' in the Wind" and "Puff, the Magic Dragon," and won several Grammy Awards for their music. They continued to perform and advocate for social causes throughout their career, leaving a lasting impact on the folk music genre.