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The lyrics describe how daylight has come, their shift is over, and they want their work to be counted up so that they can go home. The best-known version was released by American singer Harry Belafonte in 1956 (originally titled "Banana Boat (Day-O)") and later became one of his signature songs.
Apr 26, 2023 · Belafonte brought the sway of the Caribbean to an American audience by popularizing the Calypso genre. Perhaps the best testament to that claim is one of his biggest hits “Banana Boat (Day-O...
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Jun 14, 2021 · Enjoy Harry Belafonte's classic "Banana Boat Song (Day O)" with lyrics on YouTube.
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This is a traditional Jamaican song that was sung by dock workers who worked throughout the night loading bananas onto ships. It's daylight, and they look forward to the arrival of the Tallyman (who will take inventory) so they can go home. Belafonte's version used lyrics adapted by Irving Burgie and William Attaway.
Jul 3, 2024 · The Banana Boat Song, also known as “Day-O,” is a Caribbean folk song that gained worldwide popularity when it was recorded by Harry Belafonte in 1956. This iconic song carries a deeper meaning that reflects the struggles and resilience of the working class in the Caribbean.
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Sep 17, 2024 · "Day-O (The Banana Boat Song)" is a traditional Jamaican folk song, commonly classified as calypso music. The song was first recorded in 1952 by Trinidadian singer Edric Connor, but it became famous when it was released by Harry Belafonte in 1956.
Apr 24, 2020 · Join our Youtube: https://goo.gl/8AOGaN Harry Belafonte - Day-O The Banana Boat Song [1956] "Day-O (The Banana Boat Song)" is a traditional Jamaican folk song. The song has mento influences,...
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