Seasons in the Sun

Seasons in the Sun by Terry Jacks was a UK number 1 hit on Saturday, April 6, 1974 spending 4 week(s) at the top of the UK charts. Originally "Le Moribond" ("The Dying Man"), this was written and performed in French by the Belgian poet-composer Jacques Brel in 1961. The American poet Rod McKuen translated the lyrics to English, and in 1964 The Kingston Trio released the first English-language version of the song. This is the version Terry Jacks heard, which became the basis for his rendition.

Seasons in the Sun FAQs

Who sang Seasons in the Sun?

Seasons in the Sun was performed by Terry Jacks

What year did Seasons in the Sun get to the UK number 1 spot?

Seasons in the Sun first became a UK number 1 on Saturday, April 6, 1974

How long was Seasons in the Sun at number 1 in the UK?

Seasons in the Sun spent 4 week(s) at number 1 in the UK.