In Plenty and In Time of Need

\nIn Plenty and In Time of Need is the national anthem of Barbados. It was written by Irving Burgie (1926-) and composed by C. Van Roland Edwards (1912-1985). It was adopted in 1966.

Lyrics

\nIn plenty and in time of need \n
When this fair land was young\n
Our brave forefathers sowed the seed\n
From which our pride has sprung\n
A pride that makes no wanton boast\n
Of what it has withstood\n
That binds our hearts from coast to coast\n
The pride of nationhood Chorus:\n
We loyal sons and daughters all\n
Do hereby make it known\n
These fields and hills beyond recall\n
Are now our very own\n
We write our names on history's page\n
With expectations great\n
Strict guardians of our heritage\n
Firm craftsmen of our fate The Lord has been the people's guide\n
For past three hundred years.\n
With Him still on the people's side\n
We have no doubts or fears.\n
Upward and onward we shall go,\n
Inspired, exulting, free,\n
And greater will our nation grow\n
In strength and unity. Chorus

External Links

\n*MIDI File\n*Government Description\nCategory:Barbados\nCategory:National anthems