Taft, OK
Music connected to Taft
About Taft
- • Singer-songwriter Johnnie Taylor, known for "Disco Lady," was born in Taft.
- • It's a historically all-black town, representing self-determination in Oklahoma.
- • Originally a Creek settlement, rail lines established its importance.
- • Taft once had a bustling amusement park called Lincoln Park.
- • Devastating floods in the early 20th century impacted the town's development.
- • Named for President William Howard Taft, it was established in 1904.
- • With under 200 residents, the population is smaller than many high school graduating classes.
- • Sitting at 669 feet, its slightly higher than nearby Muskogee.
- • Agriculture and small businesses provide employment for residents.
- • A quiet, proud, and resilient community with deep historical roots.
- • The Oklahoma City Thunder is the closest NBA team, winning the Western Conference in 2012.
- • The Muskogee Roughers have a historic rivalry with nearby Okmulgee in football.
Artists From Taft
Songs About Taft
Down in Flames
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Feet Don’t Touch the Ground
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Forever Young
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Look at Me Fly
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Oklahoma Breakdown
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