Island In The Sun
Harry Belafonte
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This is my island in the sun Where my people have toiled since time begun I may sail on many a sea Her shores will always be home to me [Chorus:] Oh, island in the sun Willed to me by my father's hand All my days I will sing in praise Of your forest, waters, your shining sand As morning breaks the heaven on high I lift my heavy load to the sky Sun comes down with a burning glow Mingles my sweat with the earth below [Chorus] I see woman on bended knee Cutting cane for her family I see man at the waterside Casting nets at the surging tide [Chorus] I pray the day will never come When I can't awake to the sound of drum Never let me miss carnival With calypso songs philosophical [Chorus]
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Written by: Elizabeth Cotten
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing
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12 facts about this song
Release"Island In The Sun" was released in 1956 and was part of the soundtrack for the film of the same name.
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GenreThe song falls into the genre of calypso music, also known as Kaiso music, which originates from the Caribbean.
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LyricsThe lyrics of the song speak about the beauty and the charm of the Caribbean islands.
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Popularity"Island In The Sun" is one of Harry Belafonte's most well-known songs.
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Artist’s BackgroundHarry Belafonte is an American singer, songwriter, and actor. He is of Jamaican descent, which influences a lot of his music, including "Island In The Sun".
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FilmThe 1957 drama and adventure film "Island in the Sun" is based on a 1955 novel by the same name. The song was made as part of the film's soundtrack
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Song’s ImpactThe song became a standard and has been covered by many artists in the years since its release.
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Record LabelIt was released by RCA Victor, a major American record label.
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Album"Island In The Sun" was included in Belafonte’s eighth studio album titled “Belafonte Sings of the Caribbean”.
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AwardsAlthough it did not win any awards, "Island In The Sun" has been recognized as a significant contribution to the genre of Calypso music.
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Chart PerformanceDespite its popularity, the song did not reach high positions on music charts when it was released.
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Legacy"Island In The Sun" is still widely played today, especially as tourist promotional material for Caribbean island destinations.
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