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Barbadian traditional folk songs are heavily influenced by the music of England.

Many traditional songs concern events current at the time of their composition, such as the emancipation of the slaves of Barbados, and the coronations of Victoria, George V, and Elizabeth II ; this song tradition dates back to 1650.

The most influential Barbadian folk songs are associated with the island's lower-class laborers, who have held on to their folk heritage.