Beresford Hammond (b.August 28,1955 Annotto Bay,St.Mary, Jamaica) has only … Read Full Bio ↴Beresford Hammond (b.August 28,1955 Annotto Bay,St.Mary, Jamaica) has only really risen to become popular in the 'digital' age of Reggae, although his career stretches back to the 1970's. Considered by many to be one of Jamaica's finest contemporary vocalists, his best work has generally been captured on the 'Penthouse' and 'Xterminator' labels as well as his own 'Harmony House' imprint. The singer with his distictive 'Bourbon on the rocks' vocal style remains active today both recording and producing.

Songs Of Happiness
Beres Hammond Lyrics

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Songs of Happiness

I-I-I-I-I-I-I, I-I-I-I-I-I-I
Sing songs, sweet of happiness
Bring joy, your love and nothing less
Sing songs, sweet of happiness
Bring joy, your love and nothing less, yes

Play again, play again with Beres, sing!

Now once there was a time when
We were young and didn't know,
So we fooled around, played around
'Cause nothing really mattered
But time is passing by
And I'm surprised you don't even realize
You're an angel and it's your responsibility, yes, yes

Sing songs, sweet of happiness
Bring joy, your love and nothing less
Sing songs, sweet of happiness
Bring joy, your love and nothing less, yes

Play again, play again with Beres, sing!

Take a look around my friend
Look at all the little boys
They're dancing to your music
And they all want to be like you
I'd really like to know
What's going on inside your head
Surprise me give me the time of my life
Do what you're supposed to do

Sing songs, sweet of happiness
Bring joy, your love and nothing less
Sing songs, sweet of happiness
Bring joy, your love and nothing less, yes

Play again, play again with Beres, sing!

I-I-I-I-I-I-I
I-I-I-I-I-I-I
I-I-I-I-I-I-I
I-I-I-I-I-I-I

Now once there was a time when
We were young and didn't know,
So we fooled around, played around
'Cause nothing really mattered
But time is passing by
And I'm surprised you don't even realize
You're an angel and it's your responsibility, yes, yes

Sing songs, sweet of happiness
Bring joy, your love and nothing less

Sing songs, sweet of happiness
Bring joy, your love and nothing less, yes

Overall Meaning

In “Songs of Happiness,” Beres Hammond encourages the listener to sing songs of happiness, to bring joy and love into our lives. The track begins with Beres singing the chorus, repeating the phrase “Sing songs, sweet of happiness; bring joy, your love and nothing less.” The verses reveal a yearning to return to a simpler time, when “nothing really mattered” and we were free to simply enjoy life. Beres expresses concern that we are not living up to our full potential: “You're an angel and it's your responsibility, yes, yes.” The song ends with Beres once again urging us to sing songs of happiness, a call to embrace happiness and love.

“Songs of Happiness” is a classic Beres Hammond track, infused with his signature reggae sound and smooth vocals. The song was released in 1992 as part of his studio album “In Control,” which was produced by Beres himself. Hammond’s career began in the 1970s as part of the band Zap Pow, and he has since become known as a prolific songwriter and a pioneer of the reggae genre. His music is characterized by socially conscious lyrics, romantic themes, and a distinctive vocal style that has earned him fans around the world.

Line by Line Meaning

Sing songs, sweet of happiness
Express positivity and joy through music

Bring joy, your love and nothing less
Spread love and happiness through music

Play again, play again with Beres, sing!
Join in the musical celebration with Beres Hammond and sing along

Now once there was a time when We were young and didn't know, So we fooled around, played around 'Cause nothing really mattered
In the past, we were carefree and didn't take things seriously

But time is passing by And I'm surprised you don't even realize You're an angel and it's your responsibility, yes, yes
As we grow older, it's important to recognize our own worth and the impact we can have on others

Take a look around my friend Look at all the little boys They're dancing to your music And they all want to be like you
Others look up to us and are influenced by our actions and talents

I'd really like to know What's going on inside your head Surprise me give me the time of my life Do what you're supposed to do
We are curious about each other's thoughts and expect each other to fulfill our responsibilities and make each other happy

Writer(s): Leroy Mafia Heywood, Dave Fluxy Heywood, Beresford Hugh Hammond

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