Forever Marshall Islands
"Forever Marshall Islands" (Marshallese: Indeeo Ṃajeḷ) is the national anthem of the Marshall Islands. The music and lyrics were created by former President Amata Kabua. It was adopted in 1991.
National anthem of  | |
| Lyrics | Amata Kabua |
|---|---|
| Music | Amata Kabua |
| Adopted | 1991 |
| Audio sample | |
"Forever Marshall Islands" (instrumental)
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It replaced the previous national anthem, "Ij Io̧kwe Ļo̧k Aelōn̄ Eo Aō".[1]
English lyrics
- My island lies o'er the ocean;
- Like a wreath of flowers upon the sea;
- With the light of the Maker from far above;
- Shining with the brilliance of rays of life;
- Our Father's wondrous creation;
- Bequeathed to us, our motherland;
- I'll never leave my dear home sweet home;
- God of our forefathers protect and bless forever Marshall Islands.[2]
Marshallese lyrics
Lyrics in the Marshallese language
- Aelōn̄ eo ao ion lometo;
- Einwot wut ko lōti ion dren elae;
- Kin meram in Mekar jen ijo ilan̄;
- Erreo an romak ioir kin meram in mour;
- Eltan pein Anij eweleo im wōj;
- Kejolit kij kin ijin jikir emol;
- Ijjamin Ilok jen in aō lemoran;
- Anij an ro jemem wonakke im kejrammon Aelin̄ kein ad.
External links
- Streaming audio of Forever Marshall Islands, with lyrics and information
- Sheet music of the anthem (in PDF format)
- Listen to an instrumental version of Forever Marshall Islands (mp3)
References
- Marshall Islands Overview at Encyclopedia of Nations
- Minahan, James B. The Complete Guide to National Symbols and Emblems [2 volumes]. ABC-CLIO. ISBN 978-0-313-34497-8.
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