Bay Of Mexico
The Kingston Trio · Other Songs - The Kingston Trio
Way up, Suzianna, Mexico is the place I belong in
'Round the bay of Mexico
Wind from the East and it's blowin' strong
Way up, Suzianna
Looks like a hurricane comin' along, well
'Round the bay of Mexico
The wind will blow and that rain will pour
Way up, Suzianna
Better get the sugar boats up on the shore, well
'Round the bay of Mexico
'Round the bay of Mexico
Way up, Suzianna, Mexico is the place I belong in
'Round the bay of Mexico
Why those young gals love me so?
Way up, Suzianna
'Cause I don't tell everything that I know
'Round the bay of Mexico
When I was a young man and in my prime
Way up, Suzianna
Caught those young girls ten at a time, boys
'Round the bay of Mexico
'Round the bay of Mexico
Way up, Suzianna, Mexico is the place I belong in
'Round the bay of Mexico
Nassau girls ain't got no comb
Way up, Suzianna
They comb their hair with a whipper back bone
'Round the bay of Mexico
When I leave the sea, I'll settle down
Way up, Suzianna
With a big, fat mama from Bimini town
'Round the bay of Mexico, 'round the bay of Mexico
'Round the bay of Mexico
Way up, Suzianna, Mexico is the place I belong in
'Round the bay of Mexico, 'round the bay of Mexico
Bay Of Mexico
The Kingston Trio's "Bay Of Mexico" stands as a testament to the group's mastery of folk storytelling and harmonious arrangement. Recorded during their peak era of popularity, the track exemplifies the trio's signature style, blending traditional folk narratives with polished vocal interplay. The song captures the atmospheric essence of its coastal setting, utilizing the group's tight harmonies to evoke a sense of place and history without relying on complex instrumentation. As part of their extensive discography, this recording highlights the ensemble's ability to adapt regional themes into accessible, enduring pop-folk anthems. The performance remains a notable song in their catalogue, showcasing the artistic depth that defined their influential run in the American folk revival.