Morning Has Broken
Cat Stevens
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Morning has broken like the first morning Blackbird has spoken like the first bird Praise for the singing Praise for the morning Praise for them springing fresh from the world Sweet the rain's new fall, sunlit from heaven Like the first dewfall on the first grass Praise for the sweetness of the wet garden Sprung in completeness where his feet pass Mine is the sunlight Mine is the morning Born of the one light Eden saw play Praise with elation, praise ev'ry morning God's recreation of the new day Morning has broken like the first morning Blackbird has spoken like the first bird Praise for the singing Praise for the morning Praise for them springing fresh from the world
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Written by: Eleanor Farjeon, Yusuf Islam
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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13 facts about this song
Song Classification"Morning Has Broken" is classified as a folk-rock song.
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Artist's BackgroundThe song was popularized by British singer-songwriter Cat Stevens (now known as Yusuf Islam after his conversion to Islam).
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Original CompositionThe song originally existed as a Christian hymn first published in 1931, before it was adapted by Cat Stevens.
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Release DateCat Stevens' version was released on 1st April 1972.
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Album Appearance"Morning Has Broken" is part of Cat Stevens' Teaser and the Firecat album.
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Chart SuccessThe song reached number six on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100, number one on the U.S. easy listening chart in 1972, and number four on the UK Singles Chart.
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PianistThe piano arrangement on Cat Stevens' version was done by Rick Wakeman, who later became a member of the progressive rock band "Yes."
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Platinum StatusThe album including this song, "Teaser and the Firecat," is Platinum certified by the RIAA, indicating a high level of sales.
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Award NominationCat Stevens was nominated for the Grammy Hall of Fame Award in 2005 for "Morning Has Broken."
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Song LyricsThe lyrics for "Morning Has Broken" are not original to Cat Stevens, but were written by English author Eleanor Farjeon.
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Current UsageThe song's tune and lyrics (as the hymn) continue to be used in many church services today.
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Cover VersionsSince Cat Stevens' release, "Morning Has Broken" has been covered by numerous artists in different languages.
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Musical ThemeWith a theme centering on gratitude for the dawn of a new day, "Morning Has Broken" has become an uplifting anthem for many listeners worldwide.
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