Funimation Version (Binks' Brew)
Yo hohoho, yo hohoho
Yo hohoho, yo hohoho
Yo hohoho, yo hohoho
Yo hohoho, yo hohoho
Gather up all of the crew, it's time to ship out Binks' Brew
Sea wind blows, to where, who knows? The waves will be our guide
O'er across the ocean's tide, rays of sunshine far and wide
Birds they sing of cheerful things, in circles passing by
Bid farewell to weaver's town, say so long to Port Renown
Sing a song, it won't be long, before we're casting off
Cross the gold and silver seas, the saltiest spray puts us at ease
Day and night to our delight, the voyage never ends
Yo hohoho, yo hohoho
Yo hohoho, yo hohoho
Japanese Version (Binks no Sake)
Yo-ho-ho-ho, yo-ho-ho-ho
Yo-ho-ho-ho, yo-ho-ho-ho
Yo-ho-ho-ho, yo-ho-ho-ho
Yo-ho-ho-ho, yo-ho-ho-ho
Kaizoku no uta wo
Kaze ni makenagara
Nami wa odoru yo
Hoshibune no uta
Sayonara minato tsumugi no sato yo
Tanosige ni maiagaru
Yakata wa cloud
Yume wo utau kaze wa sawagu
Hidari wo mite ``''
Binkusu no sake wo, todoke ni yuku yo
Umi kaze kippari, nami makase
One more round, let's cast off again
One more night, let's sail ‘til the end
Stay along and tune the song
That binds us as friends forevermore
Yo hohoho, yo hohoho
Yo hohoho, yo hohoho
Yo hohoho, yo hohoho
Yo hohoho, yo hohoho
"Bink's Sake" is one of the most famous songs in the One Piece universe. This pirate song, known more famously as "Binks' Sake" or "Binks no Sake" in Japanese, has a very long history and is one of the most important pieces of lore in this series. This song is famous for raising the spirits of whoever sings it, hence one of the most popular songs among pirates in the One Piece world.
The origins of "Bink's Sake" can be found within the pirates of old, most notably within the Rumbar Pirates and that of Shanks's pirate crew. Such historical context brings depth to what this song is for the narrative, linking today's events with a much deeper past of rich maritime history within the One Piece universe.
The series "Bink's Sake" has also been used through a number of emotional and pivotal moments. For example, in anime episode 380, Brook and his crew have ingested poison that will kill them soon enough, so they decide to perform the song as their final act. This scene acts as an epitome of how the song binds and elevates people even in desperate times.
The lyrics to "Bink's Sake" remain open to a lot of analysis and speculation among fans. People have theorized there could be some sort of metaphors or hidden message in the song that speaks of the greater One Piece narrative. It is connected with various discussions, such as what the last word might be—some suggesting it refers to Joy Boy and his unbowed promises.
"Bink's Sake" has been covered many times throughout this series by different characters, each time adding new emotion and context. Those covers include Brook, a skeleton musician who became a part of the Straw Hat Pirates, and Uta, a character from One Piece Film: Red. All these covers prove just how versatile the song is and proves it can touch the hearts of many pirate generations.
The popularity of "Bink's Sake" resonates beyond the One Piece series. The song was remixed and translated into English, with lyrics added in order to be sung by many interested fans who have posted their creations online. There are also covers of the song by other artists, such as the instrumental one performed by violinist Taylor Davis, which further testifies to its appeal among musicians and audiences alike.