Written and first recorded by Jimmie Rodgers (1931).
Hit version by Lefty Frizzell (C&W #6 1951).
Also recorded by Curly Fox & Texas Ruby (1946), Merle Haggard (1969), Tuba Skinny (2022).
From the wiki: “‘Travelin’ Blues’ was written by Jimmie Rodgers and Shelly Lee Alley, and first performed by Rodgers, often referred to as the ‘Father of Country Music’. The song showcases Rodgers’ unique blend of country, blues, and folk influences, coupled with his distinctive yodeling style, and exemplified Rodgers’ early mastery of the blues and his ability to fuse it with country elements.