In A Shanty In Old Shanty Town

Song Introduction

"In A Shanty (In Old Shanty Town)" is a classic song originally composed in the early 1930s by Ira Schuster and Jack Little. Johnny Long, a renowned American bandleader and pianist, is celebrated for his captivating rendition of this melody. The song nostalgically portrays maritime life, evoking images of sailors and coastal communities. Johnny Long's interpretation helped popularize the track, making it a memorable piece in the landscape of early 20th-century American music.