Stanley R.C. Humphreys
By Cheryl Joseph
Antigua’s most prolific composer. He has composed more than 100 recorded songs. He does not only compose the LYRICS but the MELODY as well, to all of his compositions. Listed below are the songs and the artist that perform them.
SUMMER FESTIVAL – Short Shirt WE ARE HUMANS – Short Shirt
HELP – Short Shirt I LOVE THE BEEF – Short Shirt
DISCO DUMPLIN – Short Shirt SPIRIT OF CARNIVAL – Short Shirt
LIFE – Short shirt UNTIL – Short Shirt
SUPPORT THE PAN – Short Shirt WORLD IN DISTRESS – Short Shirt
WITH OUT LOVE – Short Shirt NON STOP DANCING – Short Shirt
FREEDOM IN ZIMBABWE – Short Shirt LAST JOUVERT – Short Shirt
SYLVANNIE – Short Shirt FAITH – Short Shirt
DANCE WITH ME – Short Shirt THE MESSAGE – Short Shirt
JOUVERT COMPETITION – Short Shirt THE HANDWRITING – Short Shirt
TOO MUCH IN LOVE – Short Shirt WE PROMISE – Short Shirt
PARTY TIME – Short Shirt PROBLEMS – Short Shirt
MUSIC – Short Shirt FERDIE – Short Shirt
WHEN WE ARE TOGETHER – Short Shirt LET THE PAN PLAY – Short Shirt
WE’VE GOT TO CHANGE – Short Shirt I’VE CHANGED – Short Shirt
NATIONALISM – Short Shirt MY PRIDE AND JOY – Short Shirt
A NEW BEGINNING – Short Shirt NO BODY GO REST – Short Shirt
OUR PLEDGE – Short Shirt I WANT TO BE THERE – Short Shirt
LEROY – Short Shirt PAN ON PARADE – Short Shirt
PUSH – Short Shirt MARIELLA – Short Shirt
YOU CAN’T GO BACK – Short Shirt NO PARES LA MUSICA – Short Shirt
ALIVE AND KICKING – Short Shirt IT BELONG TO ME – Short Shirt
YOU’RE THE ONE FOR ME – Short Shirt DOROTHY – Short Shirt
ANTIGUA – Short Shirt THE PASSWORD – Short Shirt
HANG ON – Short Shirt YOU MUST PAY – Short Shirt
PARTY AMERICAN STYLE – Short Shirt WORLD IN FEAR – Short Shirt
HAND IN HAND – Short Shirt IT’S TIME – Short Shirt
IRON BAND – Short Shirt DON’T HOLD ME BACK – Short Shirt
PAC MAN – Short Shirt DAY OF RECKONING – Short Shirt
BUENA FIESTA – Short Shirt TOMORROW – Short Shirt
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WELCOME TO ANTIGUA CARNIVAL – Short Shirt
DON’T PUSH – Short Shirt BARACK WE LOVE YOU – Short Shirt
LOCK THEM UP – Short Shirt CRYING FOR YOU – Short Shirt
LIKE YESTERDAY – Short Shirt ONE NIGHT – Short Shirt
I CAN SEE THE LIGHT – Short Shirt ME WARN YOU – Short Shirt
RESCUING ANTIGUA – Short Shirt BARAK DRIVE – Short Shirt
JACKIE QUINN – Short Shirt WELCOME TO THE VIRGIN ISLES – Shorty
- CORT – Short Shirt JUSTICE – Short Shirt
HAPPY FEELING – Short Shirt JUMP – Short Shirt
LEAN BACK – Short Shirt A BETTER TOMORROW – Short Shirt
ENJOY THE SUMMER – Short Shirt STILL ALIVE – Short Shirt
DANCE CLOSER – Short Shirt NOT WITHOUT US – Short Shirt
LEAVE HIM – Short Shirt IF NOT NOW WHEN – Short Shirt
THE STORY TELLER – Short Shirt FIFTY YEARS – Short Shirt
LIFE OF A POOR MAN – Short Shirt IT TAKES TIME – Short Shirt
ANTIGUA NEEDS YOU – Short Shirt
A TRUE HERO – CALYPSO BLADE YOU LIE – YOUNG DESTROYER
VOTE MOLWYN – CALYPSO BEAR GET ON BOARD – SMARTY JUNIOR
IT’S A BEAUTIFUL DAY – Stanley CARIBBEAN MELODIES – Stanley
CHERISH OUR INDEPENDENCE – REDDIN REDDIN FOR KING – REDDIN
DANCING IN THE RAIN – REDDIN OUR COUNTRY – REDDIN
MANY MORE SONGS AND POLITICAL JINGLES
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Is that a correct picture of Mr Stanley Humphreys?
Sure is….that’s Sir Stanley Humphreys
That was not the first picture they had up. They changed it.
Many of these song writers who have been the architect & driving force of these great artists such as the Short Shirts are not usually given the accolades they so deserve. These individuals tend to work behind the scenes, and they continue to be obscured behind the performances of the artists. Kudos must be given to the author of this article for bringing to the forefront the works of who has contributed to Short Shirt’s greatness.
N yes that’s him
He truly made Sir McClean “King Short Shirt” Emmanuel a household name and a well sought-after icon in our eyes. This shows that we all need others to help fulfill our dreams and desires. Many continued blessings to him.
Michael Jackson, known as the “King of Pop,” was not only an incredible performer and dancer but also an incredibly talented songwriter. Throughout his career, he released numerous hit songs that have become iconic and beloved by millions of fans worldwide. While many of his songs were written by him, there were also collaborations with other songwriters that contributed to his success Michael Jackson wrote a significant number of his songs, showcasing his incredible talent not just as a performer but also as a songwriter However, Jackson also collaborated with several talented songwriters throughout his career. One of his most notable partnerships was with Quincy Jones, a renowned producer and composer. Together, they created numerous hits, including “Don’t Stop ‘Til You Get Enough” and “The Way You Make Me Feel.” Their collaboration on the album “Thriller” resulted in seven chart-topping singles, a testament to their remarkable chemistry and songwriting prowess.
Most of the worlds best artists didn’t write (all) of their songs but collaborated with excellent song writers to create magic.
King Short Shirt is one such person. Mr Stanley Humphreys and Shelly Tobit made King Short Shirt the famous singer is is today.
So very good to be recognized Stanley.I am aware you did write songs for Short Shirt.I did not realize you wrote that many songs for him and others.Stanley was there in the early stages of Shirt Shirt’s Career.Shelly Tobit came around in the middle and towards the end.The songs that Shelly wrote were Short Shirt most popular ones.Why Shelly has never been recognized for his contributions to the art form.
@Boggy Peak: Your question ” Why Shelly has never been recognized for his contributions to the art form ” and may I add, many of our renowned teachers & civil servants who contributed for many years to the development of the public sector & many of our outstanding sons & daughters of the nation is a question I would like answered also.
However, it was very fitting for the authorities to recognize and award Flagman who chooses in his own persona to be a flag bearer at various functions of his choice. Of course, Flagman’s deserves recognition, but that recognition & award should be done by the ministry of Tourism & not at a national level.
Kudos to you Stanley. You are so deserving of the recognition for you beautiful melodies and, song writing gifts! Continued blessings.
Many people believe that all of short shirt hits were written by Shelly Tobit.
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