N. Korean singing group covers ‘Oh! Susana’ live

Observers see recent moves by N.Korean regime to allow more foreign cultural exposure

A recently released video shows a North Korean singing troupe performing a pair of American standards, albeit in Korean and using modified lyrics.In the video, the recently formed, chicly dressed Chong Bong Band (청봉악단) are shown performing “Oh! Susana” and “Camptown Races,” which originated as minstrel songs in the 19th century U.S.The original lyrics of “Oh! Susana” is about male protagonist who is singing to his loved one, who he had to leave behind on his trip from Alabama to Louisiana. The North Korean version does not include any lyrics related to Alabama or Louisiana, with their version