Three Little Birds

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About Three Little Birds

"Three Little Birds" is a song by Bob Marley and the Wailers. It is the fourth track on side two of their 1977 album Exodus and was released as a single in 1980. The song reached the Top 20 in the UK, peaking at number 17. It is one of Bob Marley's most popular songs. The song has been covered by numerous other artists. The song is often thought to be named "Don't Worry About a Thing" or "Every Little Thing is Gonna Be Alright", because of the prominent and repeated use of these phrases in the chorus.  


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2003
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"Don't worry about a thing,
'Cause every little thing gonna be alright.
Singing' "Don't worry about a thing,
'Cause every little thing gonna be alright!"

Rise up this mornin',
Smiled with the risin' sun,
Three little birds
Pitch by my doorstep
Singin' sweet songs
Of melodies pure and true,
Saying', ("This is my message to you")

Singing' "Don't worry 'bout a thing,
'Cause every little thing gonna be alright."
Singing' "Don't worry (don't worry) 'bout a thing,
'Cause every little thing gonna be alright!"

Rise up this mornin',
Smiled with the risin' sun,
Three little birds
Pitch by my doorstep
Singin' sweet songs
Of melodies pure and true,
Sayin', "This is my message to you"

Singin' "Don't worry about a thing, worry about a thing, oh!
Every little thing gonna be alright. Don't worry!"
Singin' "Don't worry about a thing" I won't worry!
"'Cause every little thing gonna be alright."

Singin' "Don't worry about a thing,
'Cause every little thing gonna be alright" I won't worry!
Singin' "Don't worry about a thing,
Cause every little thing gonna be alright."
Singin' "Don't worry about a thing, oh no!
'Cause every little thing gonna be alright!

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The Wailers

Bob Marley and the Wailers (previously known as The Wailers, and prior to that The Wailing Rudeboys, The Wailing Wailers and The Teenagers) were a Jamaican ska, rocksteady and reggae band. The founding members, in 1963, were Bob Marley (Robert Nesta Marley), Peter Tosh (Hubert Winston McIntosh), and Bunny Wailer (Neville Livingston). During 1970 and 1971, Wailer, Marley and Tosh worked with renowned reggae producers Leslie Kong and Lee "Scratch" Perry. They released four albums before signing to Island Records in 1972. Two more albums were created before Tosh and Wailer left the band in 1974, citing grievances over label treatment and ideological differences. Marley carried on with a new line-up, including the I-Threes that put out seven more albums. Marley d… more »

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Written by: Bob Marley

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12 facts about this song

Song's Origin
"Three Little Birds" is a song by Bob Marley and The Wailers from their 1977 album "Exodus".
Inspiration
It is suggested that the inspiration for 'Three Little Birds' came from the canaries that Marley had at his home in Hope Road, although this has never been confirmed and remains speculative.
Chart Performance
Despite its popularity, it did not reach the UK Top 40 charts until 1980.
Lyrics
The song is often thought of as an optimistic anthem, with its chorus line "Don't worry about a thing, 'cause every little thing's gonna be alright."
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by numerous artists in many different genres, including a notable cover by British singer Connie Talbot in 2008.
Use In Media
The song has famously been used in various media, including films like "I Am Legend" and "Shark Tale", and commercials promoting travel to places like The Bahamas and Jamaica.
Named Beverage
Marley's son, Rohan, named his coffee company – Marley Coffee, after the lyric in this song, "rise up this mornin', smiled with the risin' sun.”
Marley’s Message
The song effectively summarises Marley’s embracing of the Rastafarian tenant of loving life, despite its hardships.
Popularity After Marley's Death
"Three Little Birds" has become one of Bob Marley's most enduring hits, known around the world, even though he himself did not live to see it reach its global popularity.
Connection to Football
This song is also played before the start of every home match of Dutch football club, Ajax, with supporters singing along heartily.
Children’s Book
The song was adapted into a children's book of the same name by Cedella Marley, Bob Marley's daughter, in 2012.
Influence on Music Industry
"Three Little Birds" isn't just a song; it's become a cultural touchstone, a feel-good anthem played at weddings, parties, and anywhere else people want to lift their spirits.

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