In Plenty and In Time of Need

In 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

In plenty and in time of need
When this fair land was young
Our brave forefathers sowed the seed
From which our pride has sprung
A pride that makes no wanton boast
Of what it has withstood
That binds our hearts from coast to coast
The pride of nationhood

Chorus:
We loyal sons and daughters all
Do hereby make it known
These fields and hills beyond recall
Are now our very own
We write our names on history's page
With expectations great
Strict guardians of our heritage
Firm craftsmen of our fate

The Lord has been the people's guide
For past three hundred years.
With Him still on the people's side
We have no doubts or fears.
Upward and onward we shall go,
Inspired, exulting, free,
And greater will our nation grow
In strength and unity.

Chorus

External Links

• MIDI File (http://www.copsrus.com/anthems/barbados.mid)
• Government Description (http://www.barbados.gov.bb/bgis/nation/anthem.htm)