National anthem lyrics
German national anthem: lyrics and history
The German national anthem, Deutschlandlied, originated as a cry for unity in 1841. The tune, meanwhile, was first used by one if Germany's neighbours. Here are the lyrics and some history
Polish national anthem: what is it and what are its lyrics?
Written as a morale booster, 'Mazurek Dąbrowskiego' ('Poland Is Not Yet Lost') was a rallying call for Polish independence. Here are its lyrics in both English and Polish
Croatia national anthem lyrics and history
Here are the lyrics to Croatia's national anthem 'Our Beautiful Homeland'
Welsh national anthem: what are the English and Welsh lyrics to 'Land of My Fathers' ('Hen Wlad Fy Nhadau')?
Here are both the Welsh and English lyrics to the Welsh national anthem, 'Hen Wlad Fy Nhadau' ('Land of My Fathers')
'Jerusalem' lyrics: what are the words to the popular hymn?
Written in 1808, the famous hymn 'Jerusalem' became a symbol of hope during the First World War and has been sung with gusto ever since
British national anthem: what are the lyrics to 'God Save The King'?
'God Save The King' has been sung by Brits since 1744, but how many of us actually know the words...?
The Star Spangled Banner lyrics: what are the words to the USA National Anthem?
Inspired by the USA's victories over the British, the Star-Spangled Banner has been the USA's official national anthem since 1931. Here are the lyrics to the famous song
La Marseillaise: what are the lyrics to the French national anthem and when were they written?
Written in revolutionary France during the late 18th century the French national anthem, La Marseillaise, was a call to arms, to stand up and fight, which captured the emotion of that historical period. Here are its lyrics in both French and English
Scottish national anthem: what is it and what are its lyrics?
Daniel Jaffe explores the history Scotland's unofficial national anthem, ‘Flower of Scotland’
Panama's national anthem lyrics
Here are the lyrics to Panama's national anthem Himno Istmeño' in both Spanish and English
Italy national anthem: what is it and what are its lyrics?
Written in 1847, 'Il Canto degli Italiani 'was not officially recognised as Italy's national anthem until 2017. Here are its lyrics in both English and Italian
What are the lyrics to New Zealand's national anthem, 'God Defend New Zealand'?
Written in the 1870s, God Defend New Zealand was finally recognised as the country's national anthem in 1977. Here are both the English and Māori lyrics
Serbia national anthem: what are the lyrics to Serbia's national hymn?
Here are the lyrics to the Serbian national anthem in English
What are the lyrics to Ecuador's national anthem?
Here are the lyrics to lyrics to Ecuador's national anthem, 'Salve, Oh Patria' in both English and Spanish
What are the lyrics to Costa Rica's national anthem?
Here are the lyrics to Costa Rica's national anthem in both English and Spanish
What are the lyrics to Sweden's national anthem?
Here are the lyrics to Sweden's de facto national anthem, 'Du gamla, du fria', which, although was written in 1844, has never gained official recognition
What are the lyrics to Colombia's National anthem, 'Oh Gloria Inmarcesible!'?
The Colombian national anthem was actually written by a future president of Colombia in 1850. Here are its lyrics in both English and Spanish
What are the lyrics to Denmark's national anthem?
Here are the lyrics to both of Denmark's national anthems - 'Der er et yndigt land' and 'Kong Christian' in both English and Danish
What are the lyrics to the Mexican national anthem?
Here are the lyrics to the Mexican national anthem (Himno Nacional Mexicano) in both English and Spanish
What are the lyrics to the Argentinian national anthem?
The Argentinian national anthem dates back to 1813, three years after the country split from Spain. Here are its patriotic lyrics
What are the lyrics to the Greek national anthem, Hymn to Liberty, in English?
The Greek national anthem has become synonymous with the Olympic Games ever since it was played at the first modern Olympics in 1896. Here are its lyrics in English
What are the lyrics to Brazil's national anthem?
The Brazilian national anthem dates back to the 1830s when it was composed to mark the abdication of Pedro I. Here are its lyrics in English and Portuguese
What are the lyrics to the Japanese national anthem, Kimigayo, in English?
The lyrics to the Japanese national anthem, Kimigayo are probably one of the oldest in the world. Here they are in English
Dutch national anthem: what are the lyrics to 'Wilhelmus' and is it the oldest national anthem in the world?
The Dutch national anthem 'Wilhelmus' is the oldest in the world and dates back to the beginning of the 80 Years War. Here are its lyrics in both English and Dutch