About the song Seasons In The Sun – Terry Jacks
“Seasons in the Sun” is a folk song written by Jacques Brel and translated into English by Rod McKuen. It was originally released in 1961 by Brel, but the English version became a worldwide hit in 1974 when it was recorded by Canadian singer Terry Jacks. The song reached number one in Canada, the United States, and several other countries.
“Seasons in the Sun” is a melancholic ballad about a man reflecting on his life as he lies on his deathbed. The lyrics are full of regret and sadness, but they are also surprisingly hopeful and uplifting. The song’s message is that it is important to live each day to the fullest and to appreciate the simple things in life.
Jacks’ version of “Seasons in the Sun” is characterized by its gentle, acoustic arrangement and his warm, expressive vocals. The song’s tempo is slow and deliberate, and the lyrics are delivered with a sense of calm acceptance.
“Seasons in the Sun” has become a timeless classic and a staple of pop culture. The song has been covered by numerous artists, including Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra, and Willie Nelson. It has also been featured in numerous films and television shows, including “The Shawshank Redemption” and “The Simpsons”.
Here are some additional facts about the song:
- The song was originally written in French and is titled “Le Moribond”.
- The song was inspired by Brel’s own father’s death.
- The song has been translated into over 20 languages.
- The song was nominated for a Grammy Award for Record of the Year in 1975.
“Seasons in the Sun” is a beautiful and moving song that has touched the hearts of millions of people around the world. The song’s message of hope and resilience is as relevant today as it was when it was first written.
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Seasons In The Sun – Terry Jacks Lyrics
Goodbye to you, my trusted friendWe’ve known each other since we were nine or tenTogether we’ve climbed hills and treesLearned of love and ABCsSkinned our hearts and skinned our kneesGoodbye my friend, it’s hard to dieWhen all the birds are singing in the skyNow that the spring is in the airPretty girls are everywhereThink of me and I’ll be thereWe had joy, we had funWe had seasons in the sunBut the hills that we climbedWere just seasons out of timeGoodbye Papa, please pray for meI was the black sheep of the familyYou tried to teach me right from wrongToo much wine and too much songWonder how I got alongGoodbye Papa it’s hard to dieWhen all the birds are singing in the skyNow that the spring is in the airLittle children everywhereWhen you see them, I’ll be thereWe had joy, we had funWe had seasons in the sunBut the wine and the songLike the seasons have all goneWe had joy, we had funWe had seasons in the sunBut the wine and the songLike the seasons have all goneGoodbye Michelle, my little oneYou gave me love and helped me find the sunAnd every time that I was downYou would always come aroundAnd get my feet back on the groundGoodbye Michelle, it’s hard to dieWhen all the birds are singing in the skyNow that the spring is in the airWith the flowers everywhereI wish that we could both be thereWe had joy, we had funWe had seasons in the sunBut the stars we could reachWere just starfish on the beachWe had joy, we had funWe had seasons in the sunBut the stars we could reachWere just starfish on the beachWe had joy, we had funWe had seasons in the sunBut the wine and the songLike the seasons have all goneAll our lives we had funWe had seasons in the sunBut the hills that we climbedWere just seasons out of timeWe had joy, we had fun