And also the tourist board was established in 1914. The John B song was said to be made in 1903. By an american band who was living and performing in The Bahamas in that year. The song was never heard before he went to The Bahamas and likely heard the song among locals.

Even the book of island songs is noted as their favourite songs they found in The Bahamas, again promotion not creation.

Because everyone knows tourist boards seek out promotion opportunities not creation of songs.