Morning Has Broken

Cat Stevens

About Morning Has Broken

"Morning Has Broken" is a Christian hymn first published in 1931. It has words by English author Eleanor Farjeon and was inspired by the village of Alfriston in East Sussex, then set to a traditional Scottish Gaelic tune, "Bunessan" It is often sung in children's services and in funeral services. English pop musician and folk singer Cat Stevens included a version on his 1971 album Teaser and the Firecat. The song became identified with Stevens due to the popularity of this recording. It reached number six on the U. S. Billboard Hot 100, number one on the U. S. easy listening chart in 1972, and number four on the Canadian RPM Magazine charts. 


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Morning has broken like the first morning
Blackbird has spoken like the first bird
Praise for the singing
Praise for the morning
Praise for them springing fresh from the world

Sweet the rain's new fall, sunlit from heaven
Like the first dewfall on the first grass
Praise for the sweetness of the wet garden
Sprung in completeness where his feet pass

Mine is the sunlight
Mine is the morning
Born of the one light Eden saw play
Praise with elation, praise ev'ry morning
God's recreation of the new day

Morning has broken like the first morning
Blackbird has spoken like the first bird
Praise for the singing
Praise for the morning
Praise for them springing fresh from the world

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Cat Stevens

Yusuf Islam (born Steven Demetre Georgiou, 21 July 1948), commonly known by his former stage name Cat Stevens, is a British singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, educator, philanthropist, and prominent convert to Islam. more »

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Written by: Eleanor Farjeon, Yusuf Islam

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13 facts about this song

Song Classification
"Morning Has Broken" is classified as a folk-rock song.
Artist's Background
The song was popularized by British singer-songwriter Cat Stevens (now known as Yusuf Islam after his conversion to Islam).
Original Composition
The song originally existed as a Christian hymn first published in 1931, before it was adapted by Cat Stevens.
Release Date
Cat Stevens' version was released on 1st April 1972.
Album Appearance
"Morning Has Broken" is part of Cat Stevens' Teaser and the Firecat album.
Chart Success
The song reached number six on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100, number one on the U.S. easy listening chart in 1972, and number four on the UK Singles Chart.
Pianist
The piano arrangement on Cat Stevens' version was done by Rick Wakeman, who later became a member of the progressive rock band "Yes."
Platinum Status
The album including this song, "Teaser and the Firecat," is Platinum certified by the RIAA, indicating a high level of sales.
Award Nomination
Cat Stevens was nominated for the Grammy Hall of Fame Award in 2005 for "Morning Has Broken."
Song Lyrics
The lyrics for "Morning Has Broken" are not original to Cat Stevens, but were written by English author Eleanor Farjeon.
Current Usage
The song's tune and lyrics (as the hymn) continue to be used in many church services today.
Cover Versions
Since Cat Stevens' release, "Morning Has Broken" has been covered by numerous artists in different languages.
Musical Theme
With a theme centering on gratitude for the dawn of a new day, "Morning Has Broken" has become an uplifting anthem for many listeners worldwide.

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