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Turkey in the Straw - “Turkey in the Straw” is an old folk song that gained popularity in 19th century minstrel shows. Its melody was coopted for multiple adaptations with highly offensive, racist lyrics. Ice cream trucks across the country have historically played the melody

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GOOD HUMOR goodhumor_icecream • Follow "Turkey in the Straw" is an old folk song that gained popularity in 19th century minstrel shows. Its melody was coopted for multiple adaptations with highly offensive, racist lyrics. Ice cream trucks across the country have historically played the melody from "Turkey in the Straw" and other minstrel songs, and these same melodies can be heard to this day. A STATEMENT FROM While the racist associations of "Turkey in the Straw" are not the only part of its legacy, it is undeniable that this melody conjures memories of its GOOD HUMOR racist iterations. We are actively working on a plan to end the use of any songs connected to racism by independent ice cream TM 223 likes JUNE 18 Add a comment... Post

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