CA Country Anthems

Barbados National Anthem History

In Plenty and In Time of Need

Barbados adopted its national anthem upon independence in November 1966. The lyrics were penned by Irving Burgie, while C. Van Roland Edwards composed the music.

Barbados In Plenty and In Time of Need

Barbados

Language
English
Anthem
In Plenty and In Time of Need
Duration
1:19
Status
The national anthem, adopted in 1966, continues to be Barbados' official anthem today.

History timeline

  1. 1966

    American songwriter Irving Burgie, visiting Barbados, was asked to compose the anthem's lyrics.

  2. 1966

    A selection committee chose the musical composition by C. Van Roland Edwards.

  3. 1966

    The Barbados national anthem was officially adopted upon the country's independence on November 30.

The anthem's composer, C. Van Roland Edwards, had no formal music training and was partly blind, requiring assistance from his daughters.