Dave Lewis, born in 1951 in Belfast, Northern Ireland, is a distinguished singer-songwriter and musician renowned for his contributions to rock, blues, and soul. He began his musical journey in his teens, joining the soul band Method at 16. The group later evolved into Andwella's Dream, releasing the acclaimed album "Love and Poetry" in 1969. As a solo artist, Lewis penned the hit "Happy to Be on an Island in the Sun" for Demis Roussos in 1975. His compositions have been sampled by artists like Beanie Sigel and DJ Khaled, underscoring his enduring influence in the music industry. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dave_Lewis_%28Northern_Irish_musician%29?utm_source=openai))