he Grave of Little Mary Phagan” is a mournful ballad written and performed by Fiddlin' John Carson in the early 20th century. The song tells the story of the tragic murder of Mary Phagan, a 13-year-old girl who was killed in Atlanta, Georgia, in 1913. The lyrics describe her innocence and youth, her untimely death, and the sorrow felt by her family and community. It also reflects the emotional public reaction to her death and the trial that followed.