I got an island In the Pacific And everything about it Is terrific I got the sun to tan me Palms to fan me And An occasional man I love my island It's very lazy If I should ever leave it I'd be crazy I've got papayas Peaches Sandy beaches, and An occasional man [Chorus:] When I go swimmin I am always dressed in style 'Cause I go swimmin Wearin' just a great big smile My little island Was made for pleasure And in the cool of evening It's a treasure And when the hour grows later What is greater than An occasional man [Repeat Chorus] My little island Is such a beauty You may forget To hear the call of duty But if you give a slip To your ship Miss the trip Take a tip and blame An occasional day