The internet just discovered Sea Shanties; Mainers discovered them centuries ago
Sea Shanties, or work songs, have been a part of Maine s coastal and mariner history for centuries. Now, the songs have become the center of the latest TikTok trend. Author: Samantha York (NEWS CENTER Maine) Published: 3:07 PM EST February 4, 2021 Updated: 1:41 PM EST February 12, 2021
BELFAST, Maine The latest trend to take the internet by storm? Sea shanties.
Last month, TikTok user @nathanevanss posted a video of himself singing a sea shanty called The Wellerman. The post exploded overnight and millions of users shared their own versions of the song. @nathanevanss recently shared he had just signed a record deal.