Are the banana boat song lyrics copyright protected?

The Banana Boat Song, originally titled Day-O, is a Jamaican folk song. Lyrics were written by William Attaway and Irving Burgie, and music by Burgie. The Banana Boat Song is therefore protected under copyright law, unless it has entered the public domain. In most countries, sound recordings are protected for around 50-70 years after the death of the last surviving creator, while printed musical works are protected for around 70-100 years after publication. It would be necessary to consult the specific copyright laws in the relevant jurisdiction to determine whether The Banana Boat Song is still under copyright protection.