In plenty and in time of need When this fair land was young Our brave forefathers sowed the seed From which our pride is sprung A pride that makes no wanton boast Of what it has withstood That binds our hearts from coast to coast The pride of nationhood Chorus: We loyal sons and daughters all Do hereby make it known These fields and hills beyond recall Are now our very own We write our names on history's page With expectations great Strict guardians of our heritage Firm craftsmen of our fate The Lord has been the people's guide For past three hundred years With him still on the people's side We have no doubts or fears Upward and onward we shall go Inspired, exulting, free And greater will our nation grow In strength and unity
THE NATIONAL PLEDGE
I pledge allegiance to my country Barbados and to my flag To uphold and defend their honour And by my living to do credit to my nation wherever I go
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