Tuesday
Jamaican Laws
Although the record book should contain these, what Jamaican laws do you consider the most influential; whether they have been recently enacted or repealed?
Thursday
Jamaican Folk Songs
If you know the name and the lyrics of some Jamaican folk songs, please list them here. This is an important part of Jamaican culture we do not want to be lost.
Not sure if Harry Belafonte songs can be called folks songs. Give some feedback on this one.
I Know "Good Morning Mr Potter", had a friend sing it for me, hope you enjoy.
Sly Mongoose is another: look on YouTube for lyrics and melody.
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Harry Belafonte - Coconut
Not sure if Harry Belafonte songs can be called folks songs. Give some feedback on this one.
I Know "Good Morning Mr Potter", had a friend sing it for me, hope you enjoy.
Sly Mongoose is another: look on YouTube for lyrics and melody.
Liza kibba you mout
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linstead market
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Harry Belafonte - banana boat song
Mek me hol yuh han
Harry Belafonte - Coconut
evening time
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