[Verse 1]
Upon the island from which we come
We have a national characteristic which is very strong
Because we put the accent upon the wrong syllable
And we sing a tropical song

[Verse 2]
Upon the island from which we come
The point of interest, beside the coconut and the sarong
Is that we put the accent upon the wrong syllable
And we sing a tropical song

[Bridge]
We could show the natural wonders of the scenery
To you
We could show the native birds
And perhaps give two or three
To you
And describe the climate and also tell the elevation
And we could very hastily introduce the population
We could show you the hotel
And many of the fascinating places
We could take you to the bar
Where the visitors fall upon their faces
If only we had a track
We would probably take you to the races
But we prefer to acquaint you
With the following interesting fact
[Verse 3]
That on the island from which we come
We have a national characteristic which is very strong
And if you should remain here
You will discover one peculiar thing
Before very long
That you have put the accent upon the wrong syllable
And you sing a tropical song

[Outro]
And so we say welcome
To you