A Song Of Inspiration

THREE LITTLE BIRDS

Performed By: Tracy Chapman

Written By: Bob Marley (1977)

One of Marley's most popular songs. The song has been recorded by numerous other artists. The source of Marley's inspiration for the lyrics remains disputed. They're partly inspired by birds that Marley was fond of, that used to fly and sit next to his home. Tony Gilbert, a long time friend of Marley,stated: "Bob got inspired by a lot of things around him, he observed life". "However, three female singers from the reggae group I Threes, who did shows with Marley, claim it is a reference to them. I Threes member, Marcia Griffiths, remarked, "After the song was written, Bob would always refer to us as the Three Little Birds".

Don't worry about a thing,
'Cause every little thing is gonna be all right.
Singin': "Don't worry about a thing,
'Cause every little thing is gonna be all right!"

(Rainbow Over Tybee Island - 2007)

Rise up this mornin',

Smiled with the risin' sun.

(My Back Yard)

 

Three little birds,

Beside by my doorstep,

(Cardinal and House Finches- My Patio)

Singin' sweet songs,

Of melodies pure and true,

Sayin', "This is my message to you-ou-ou:"

(Cardinals in My Backyard)

Singin': "Don't worry about a thing,

'Cause every little thing is gonna be all right."

(Mr. Blue Jay in My Back Yard)

Singin': "Don't worry about a thing,

'Cause every little thing is gonna be all right!"

(European Starling - My Front Yard)

Rise up this mornin',
Smiled with the risin' sun.

(Sunrise From My Backyard - 2/13/12)

Three little birds,

Pitch by my doorstep,

(House Finches On My Patio)

Singin' sweet songs,

Of melodies pure and true,

Sayin', "This is my message to you-ou-ou:"

(Purple Finch Outside My Kitchen Window)

"Don't worry about a thing,

'Cause Every little thing is gonna be all right.

(Tufted Titmouse - On Suet Feeded & Perched On My Hubby's Car)

Singin': "Don't Worry about a thing

'Cause every little thing is gonna be alright".

(Red Winged Blackbird - A Sign Of Spring When They Arrive - - YAY!!)

Said, Don't Worry!

(Every Little Thing, Is Gonna Be Alright)

(Happy Little Red Bellied Woodpecker On My Patio - Love How He Hangs On The Side Instead Of Sitting On Top Of The Bricks)

Rise up this mornin',

Smiled with the risin' sun.

(View of Sunrise Out My Window 2/27/12)

Three little birds,

Pitch by my doorstep,

(Grackles In My Backyard)

Singin' sweet songs,

Of melodies pure and true,

(Hairy Woodpecker - Suet Feeded In The Backyard)

Sayin', "This is my message to you-ou-ou:"

(Dark Eyed Junco On My Patio)








Once again it has been a joy creating this compilation of photos set to music for my Thursday Theme Song entry. Plus, I get to show off all the little birds that are visiting my feeders and giving me the enjoyment of not only their pretty little songs but the pleasure of watching them interact with each other. Also, I am using the book I received for Christmas from my kids, which has helped me learn the names of all the birds pictured here.