Belfast

Boney M.

About Belfast

"Belfast" is the second single of the Euro disco band Boney M.'s 1977 album Love for Sale. "Belfast" was the first Boney M. single to feature lead vocals by Marcia Barrett and became their 4th consecutive German chart-topper. In the UK Singles Chart it peaked at No. 8. It remained a popular track in the group's live shows over the years and was re-recorded by Marcia Barrett as a solo track on her album Come Into My Life (2005).


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2009
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Belfast
Belfast
Belfast
Got to have a believin'
Got to have a believin'
Got to have a believin'
All the people
'Cause the people are leavin'
When the people believin'
When the people believin'
When the people believin'
All the children cause the children
Are leavin'

Belfast
Belfast
When the country rings the leaving bell you're lost
Belfast
Belfast

When the hate you have
For one another's past
You can try (You can try)
You can try (You can try)
You can try
To tell the world the reason why
Belfast
Belfast
Belfast
It's the country that's changin'
Oh, it's the country that's changin'
It's the country that's changin'
All the people
'Cause the people are leavin'
It's the world that's deceivin'
It's the world that's deceivin'
It's the world that's deceivin'
All the people
'Cause the people believin'

Belfast
Belfast
When the country rings the leaving bell you're lost
Belfast
Belfast

When the hate you have
For one another's past
You can try (You can try)
You can try (You can try)
You can try
To tell the world the reason why
Belfast
Belfast
Belfast

When the children believin'
When the children believin'
When the children believin'
All the people
'Cause the people are leavin'
When the people are leavin' (you)
When the people are leavin'
When the people are leavin'
All the children
'Cause the children believin'

Belfast
Belfast
When the country rings the leaving bell you're lost
Belfast
Belfast

When the hate you have
For one another's past
You can try (You can try)
You can try (You can try)
You can try
To tell the world the reason why
Belfast
Belfast
Belfast
Belfast
Belfast

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Boney M.

"Boney M." began as a Euro-Caribbean vocal group created by German record producer Frank Farian. Originally based in West Germany, the four original members of the group's official line-up were Liz Mitchell (lead singer) and Marcia Barrett from Jamaica, Maizie Williams from Montserrat and Bobby Farrell from Aruba. The group was formed in 1975 and achieved popularity during the disco era of the late 1970s. The group's catalogue has sold more than 150 million albums and singles worldwide with most sales in the UK and Germany. After celebrating Boney M.'s 10th anniversary in early 1986, the group officially disbanded, splitting into two groups with an original member in each, both bearing the 'Boney M' name. The male lead, Bobby Farrell, appeared as da… more »

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Written by: JIMMY BILSBURY, DRAFI DEUTSCHER, JOE MENKE

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10 facts about this song

Band Background
"Belfast" is a classic song by the band named Boney M. The band was made up of four West Indian artists working in London, Germany, and the Netherlands - Liz Mitchell, Marcia Barrett, Maizie Williams, and Bobby Farrell.
Release Date
This popular song was released in the year 1977.
Album Details
"Belfast" is included in the band's third album, "Love for Sale," which became a top ten hit across Europe.
Northern Ireland Reference
The song is named after the capital city of Northern Ireland, reflecting the tumultuous political situation in Belfast during the 1970s.
Cover Song
Boney M.'s "Belfast" is a cover of a song originally performed by the Scottish band called "Them."
Chart Ranking
The song achieved high rankings in several music charts across the world. In the UK Singles Chart, it reached number 8, while it peaked at number 2 in the German and Swiss charts.
Lyrical Theme
The lyrics of "Belfast" highlight a message of peace and hope, set against the backdrop of the political unrest of the time.
Live Performances
Boney M. consistently included "Belfast" in their live scene; the song became a staple in their concert performances globally.
Song Duration
The original version of the song "Belfast" is approximately 3 minutes and 31 seconds long.
Song Reception
Since its release, the song has received warm acceptance from fans and music critics worldwide; its impact on pop culture still resonates today.

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