The 1985 performance of "Sun of Jamaica" on the German television program remains one of the most iconic televised appearances of the Goombay Dance Band . Broadcast on October 24, 1985, this performance captured the group during a period of transition as they continued to tour their late-70s and early-80s hits. Background and Success of "Sun of Jamaica"
: By 1985, while the band's newer singles were seeing less commercial success, "Sun of Jamaica" remained a staple of their repertoire and a favorite for TV audiences. Legacy of the Performance The 1985 performance of "Sun of Jamaica" on
: It sold approximately 11 million copies worldwide, though it did not achieve significant chart success in the UK until years later. The 1985 performance of "Sun of Jamaica" on