Happy To Be On An Island In the Sun
Demis Roussos
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Sitting in the sun waiting for a seniorita to show, He just playing melodies from Spain and Mexico, Soft wind blowing the smell of sweet roses to, each and every one, Happy to be on an island in the sun, Mothers with their children waiting in the cool of the shade, And thirsty be por coming from the fields to drink, tea and lemonade, Old man urging, his days going, his, working days done, HeÆs happy to be on an island in the sun, All the stars come out and shine so bright, ItÆs so romantic to be in that moon leads paradise, Love is going to shine a welcoming light when I, Looking to the eyes of the seniorita tonight, Sitting in the sun waiting for a seniorita to show, He just playing melodies from Spain and Mexico, Soft wind blowing the smell of sweet roses to, each and every one, Happy to be on an island in the sun, Happy to be on an island in the sun, La la la la la laàà
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10 facts about this song
Genre"Happy to Be on an Island in the Sun" by Demis Roussos falls under the genre of Pop music. It's a soft, sweet, and melodic song that showcases his characteristic falsetto voice perfectly.
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Release YearThe song was released in 1975 and quickly became a hit across many European countries.
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Chart PerformanceIt reached number one on the UK Singles Chart in 1976 and held its place for 5 consecutive weeks.
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Album"Happy to Be on an Island in the Sun" was featured on the album "Forever and Ever," which is among Demis Roussos' most popular albums.
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Song ThemeThe themes of the song concentrate on peace, serenity, and the joy of being alone on an island in the sun, away from the hustle and bustle of city life. This dreamy description suits the mellow melody of the song.
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Singer BackgroundDemis Roussos, born as Artemios Ventouris Roussos, was a Greek singer and performer renowned for his emotional and distinctive vocal qualities. He passed away in 2015, but his music still enjoys popularity around the globe.
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SongwriterThe song was composed by Demis Roussos himself, showing a softer, more relaxed side to his usual songwriting style.
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LengthThe original version of "Happy to Be on an Island in the Sun" has a running time of 3 minutes and 10 seconds
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LanguageThe entire song is sung in English, unlike many of Demis' best-known songs, which are often performed in his native Greek.
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LegacyDespite the song's age, it continues to be a popular song on radio stations that play classic pop and rock. Its enduring popularity demonstrates the lasting appeal of Demis Roussos' unique vocal style and the song's romantic sentiments.
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