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Junk Junkanoo
Baha Men Lyrics
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Junkanoo Has begun
Fell that boom bang beat shining down on are dancing feet
So now you now its junkanoo
Come on and lets go(repeat)
See that star in the sky
Time to sing a noel
Time to sing a noel(repeat)
sing a noel
Time to sing a noel (4)
The Baha Men's song "Junk Junkanoo" is a celebration of the Bahamian festival known as Junkanoo. The song opens with the exciting announcement that Junkanoo has begun, marked by the ringing of a bell and the beating of a drum. The lyrics invite listeners to feel the rhythm of the festival, describing the "boom bang beat" that shines down on the dancing feet of those participating in the festivities.
The second verse brings a spiritual element to the song, referencing the appearance of a star in the sky and encouraging everyone to join in singing a noel, which is a Christmas carol often sung during the holiday season. This verse seems to suggest that Junkanoo is not just a secular celebration, but also a time to come together in worship and praise.
Overall, "Junk Junkanoo" is a joyful and energetic tribute to a beloved Bahamian festival. The lyrics capture the excitement and rhythm of Junkanoo, inviting listeners to join in the celebration and feel the vibrancy of the culture.
Line by Line Meaning
We've Got a bell We've Got a drum
We have the necessary musical instruments to begin the Junkanoo festival
Junkanoo Has begun
The Junkanoo festival has now started
Fell that boom bang beat shining down on are dancing feet
The lively and energetic beat of the music is making our feet dance and move
So now you now its junkanoo
The lively music and energy can only mean that the Junkanoo festival is happening
Come on and lets go(repeat)
Encouraging everyone to join in and celebrate the Junkanoo festival
See that star in the sky
Noticing a star in the sky
Time to sing a noel
Let us celebrate and sing a joyous song
Angels chanting from a'high
The sound of angels singing can be heard from above
Time to sing a noel(repeat)
Continuing to celebrate and sing a joyful song
sing a noel
Continue to sing a joyful song
Time to sing a noel (4)
Repeatedly encouraging everyone to continue singing and celebrating with a joyful song
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