Libyan National Anthems

Libyan National Anthems

When Libya became independent in December 1951, it was a kingdom until the overthrow of the monarchy by Moammar Qadaffi in 1969. During the time of the monarchy, the anthem "Libya, Libya, Libya" was used. The composer of the music, Mohamad Abdel Wahab, also wrote the music for the anthems of Tunisiaand the United Arab Emirates.

"Allahu Akbar" (God Is Greatest) is not only the title of the present anthem of this Islamic north African state, but also the Muslim call to prayer and a statement of faith. Originally, the text and the melody were written as a battle song of the Egyptian Army during the Suez War in 1956. When Muammar Qadafi transformed Libya into a republic in 1969, he adopted this Egyptian marching song as the Libyan national anthem, as part of his ultimate goal of unity of all Arab nations.

When Qadafi broke off the relations with Egypt after Egypt's peace treaty with Israel in 1979, the anthem was retained, but the Egyptian origin of the song is no longer mentioned by the Libyan authorities. The music was composed by Abdalla Shams El-Din and lyrics written by Mahmoud El-Sherif.

Al Hima"(Defenders of the Fatherland) were written by an Egyptian in the 1930s. Originally just one verse, another two were added by the Tunisian national poet Aboul-Qacem Echebbi. The music was composed by Mohammed Abdel Wahab, the same person who wrote the music of the royal Libyan anthem and the anthem of theUnited Arab Emirates. The new anthem was introduced in 1987 since the previous anthem was closely tied to the government of Habib Bourguiba.

The lyrics of the Tunisian anthem, "Himat Al Hima"(Defenders of the Fatherland) were written by an Egyptian in the 1930s. Originally just one verse, another two were added by the Tunisian national poet Aboul-Qacem Echebbi. The music was composed by Mohammed Abdel Wahab, the same person who wrote the music of the royal Libyan anthem and the anthem of theUnited Arab Emirates. The new anthem was introduced in 1987 since the previous anthem was closely tied to the government of Habib Bourguiba.

Mohammed Abdel Wahab, (1907 - May 3, 1991) was a prominent 20th century Arab Egyptian singer and composer. He composed 10 songs for Umm Kulthum, including Enta omri. He was the first Egyptian singer to move from silent-era acting to singing. He died in 1991, and he is considered one of the best composers of all times. He composed the "Ya Beladi", the National anthem of the Kingdom of Libya (1951–1969).

Born in Bab El-Shaariyah area of Cairo, Egypt (where his statue stands), Abdel Wahab played oud before the Prince of Poets, Ahmed Shawqi. Abdel Wahab acted in several movies. Adel Wahab's contribution as composer goes beyond that of a mere singer. Abdel Wahab, the composer, stands alone as a pivotal genius.

Despite the fact that Abdel Wahab composed many songs and musical pieces in classic Arab music, he was always criticized for his orientation to Western music. In fact, his introduced the Western rhythms to Arab songs in a way appropriate to the known forms of Arab songs. For example, he introduced in 1941 in his song Al Gondol the Waltz rhythm, and in 1957, he introduced the rock and roll rhythm in Abdel Halim Hafez’s song Ya Albi Ya Khali.

Abdel Wahab played before the Prince of Poets, Ahmed Shawqi. Abdel Wahab acted in several movies. He composed 10 songs for Umm Kulthum. He was the first Egyptian singer to move from silent-era acting to singing. He died in the year of 1991 and was born in the yea of 1907. He died of heart failure.

Abou-Al-kacem Echebbi ( 24. February 1909 - 9 October 1934) was a Tunisian poet. He is probably best known for writing the final two verses of the current National Anthem Tunisia, Himat Al Hima (Defenders of the Homeland), that was written originally by the Egyptian poet Mustafa Sadik el-Rafii.

Echebbi was born in Tozeur, Tunisia, on 24 February 1909, the son of a judge. He obtained his attatoui diploma (the equivalent of the baccalauréat) in 1928. In 1930, he obtained a law diploma from the University of Ez-Zitouna. The same year, he married and subsequently had two sons, Mohamed Sadok, who became a colonel in the Tunisian army, and Jelal, who later became an engineer.

He was very interested in modern literature, in particular, translated romantic literature, as well as old Arab literature. His poetic talent manifested itself at an early age and this poetry covered numerous topics, from the description of nature to patriotism. His poems appeared in the most prestigious Tunisian and Middle-Eastern reviews.

Echebbi died on 9 October 1934 at the Habib-Thameur Hospital in Tunis, Tunisia following a long history of cardiac disorders. His portrait is on the current 30 DT note.

ANTHEM LYRICS - ENGLISH TRANSLATION
God is greatest!
God is greatest!
He is above plots of the aggressors,
And He is the best helper of the oppressed.
With faith and with weapons I shall defend my country,
And the light of truth will shine in my hand.
Sing with me!
Sing with me!
God is greatest!
God is greatest!
God, God, God is greatest!
God is above the aggressors.
O world, look up and listen!
The enemy's army is coming,
Wishing to destroy me.
With truth and with my gun I shall repulse him.
And should I be killed,
I would kill him with me.
Sing with me -
Woe to the Imperialists!
And God is above the treacherous tyrant.
God is greatest!
Therefore glorify Him, O my country,
And seize the forehead of the tyrant
And destroy him!

ANTHEM LYRICS IN OFFICIAL LANGUAGE
Allahu Akbar
Allahu Akbar
Allahu Akbar Fauqua Kaidi L'mutadi
Allahu Lilmazlumi Hairumu'ayyidi
Allahu Ana Bilyaqini Wabissilahi Saaftadi
Baladi Wanuru L-haqqi Yastau Fi Yadi
Qulu Mai
Qulu Mai
Allahu Allahu Allahu Akbar
Allahu Fauqa L-mutadi.
Ya Hadihi Ddunya Atilli Wa 'Smai
Gaisu L-aadi Ga'a Yabgi Masrai
Bil-haqqi Saufa Fa-saufa Afnihi Mai.
Qulu Mai L-wailu Lil-mustamiri
Wa Llahu Fauqa L-gadiri L-mutagabbiri
Allahu Akbaru Ya Biladi Kabbiri
Wa-hudi Binasiyati L-mugiri Wa-dammiri.

Libya, Libya, Libya
National anthem of Kingdom of Libya, Libyan Republic
Lyrics Al Baschir Al Arebi
Music Mohamad Abdel Wahab
Adopted 1951
Until 1969

Libya, Libya, Libya

Oh my country! With my struggle and my patience
Drive off enemies and mishaps,
And survive!
Survive all through, we are your ransom
Libya, Libya, Libya!
Oh my country! You are the heritage of grandfathers,
May Allah cast off any hand that would harm you
Do survive! We are for ever your soldiers,
If you survive we care not who perishes.
To you we give solemn pledges
That we, Oh Libya, will never fail you.
We will never go back to fetters, we have been liberated,
and we have freed our home country Libya, Libya, Libya.





SONGS OF THE REVOLUTION - THANKS TO Naila Libya
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Songs of the Revolution
The Libyan National Anthem:
Ya Biladee http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kLN_TENgZLQ&feature=related

Amazigh:
1. Amazigh campfire song http://youtu.be/ilv7PAK1EcU
2. Khadafi The Lier (D Karkas)- Ali Fteis http://youtu.be/a194lbbC7sQ
3. Abreed- Abdulla Ashini http://youtu.be/9cWEBXPo-Fw
4. The Great Prison http://youtu.be/u53G7g5-uQs
Arabic:
1. All of Ibn Thabit’s songs- http://www.youtube.com/user/ibnThabit
2. 3ash Ath-Thawra http://youtu.be/vYDtiNzB17M
3. Faz3at Halna http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5XCodxpiNHs
4. Libya -um Thawrat http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nLny2gIww48
5. Libya Sha3b Thawar http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x227AyGXLxg
6. Ya Ard thawar http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AsHPkm4HdhA
7. Thawar Al-Mo5tar http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=055MaFhumkE
8. Ya Leby ya Ebn Al Ahrarhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5pGWaKIQ4xQ
9. Allah Yr7am Kol Men http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CfXb0WEsHvE
10. Misrata http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fgUpSJh8U7U
11. Ersem http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=565fzhlL848
12. Libyan Rap on the Revolution http://youtu.be/r-CvU2lUOnk
13. Shabab Bladi -Hamid ElSha3ry http://youtu.be/uRFXOsUemCw
14. Hdhy Elard http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nOUWb4BO75M&feature=related
15. Swfa NbQa Hona http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a9sOLGz5KUI&feature=related
16. Freedom tea (shahee al hureah) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NpfstoCkV_Q
17. Libya w BAS Salah al Ghaly http://youtu.be/gLI9LGmeuHk?hd=1
18. Man Antom : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WwT_0klp1ow
19. Outspoken and Snowball libyan Rap http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OqoPHvSqpgk
20. Misrata, Madeenat AsSomood -Salah al Ghaly http://youtu.be/2sfriv6n3fM
21. Al 3Ql Howa Elksb Ezen - http://www.youtube.com/user/dregias?feature=mhum
22. Eyes That Bleed http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hmvIw0Dmvk8
23. Ah, Libya http://youtu.be/rpmgUhav0Cc
24. Libya Jenna- Black Roos feat Sokni http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fNIT5hDtaRQ
Libyan Poems:
1. Ni7na man ni7na https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i55fXtyEwAM&feature=player_embedded
2. Thank you Qatar http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9xJPqOAlCL0
3. Thulumat wajhika http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Id5lhHSsWqM
4. Ya sahiba al kirtas http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I_ziVXK2SPU&feature=related
5. 3eb 3lekom http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WwT_0klp1ow
6. Wen Al3jab http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JdVQuNaSRIQ&feature=share

English:
1. Can’t Take our Freedom (Khaled M & Lowkey) http://youtu.be/IbZ_cmu8om8
2. Freedom- Maher Zain- http://youtu.be/62RAK4arstU
3. We will not Surrender - http://youtu.be/Z7F6fCDkPxY
4. Salute Libya- Malik L- http://youtu.be/PGx25qIgQbg
5. Get back -Malik L- http://youtu.be/FySY4OHFV-o
6. Hello world Can you Hear me ? http://youtu.be/EZq5G3bkApg
7. Irish Anti-Gaddafi song http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kFAx_E5vw5E
8. Sami yousef-I hope http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKHf9FKKfbI
9. Free Libya-Muez Swagger ft Muad Akkari http://youtu.be/KHDPdyYMBs4
10. Ahrar Libya http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HnWXMv7dspY
11. Dedication to Libya http://youtu.be/wxA03xBt4CA
12. My People http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G0KbtPoVHD4
13. Libya Will Remain Free- Massoud Abu Assir http://youtu.be/kKng4Z-d76w
14. Libya Bladi – Fuad and Himo http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t0N59u0QVhg
15. Eyes That Bleed http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hmvIw0Dmvk
16. Libya United-MC Banks-Produced by Jah Jah Blesshttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QPDbEUwlyUA
17. Benghazi Rap – MC Swat http://youtu.be/O188CT_7-U0
18. Story of 1969 – MC Swat http://youtu.be/EggPrG4vdHg
19. Street Beat – MC Swat http://youtu.be/sdSQeaakAKE
20. Feb17 Uprising – MC Swat http://youtu.be/IFVP0XsYkTY
21. A roof on my head (a song for tripoli) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Gye2Ysyf_0
Beats for Change: http://www.reverbnation.com/play_now/song_8317974

http://www.yostuff.com/video/Old-Libyan-National-Anthem-Spread-this-video-everywhere/177519/

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ekLiC0AW4xo


THE CAMPFIRE SONG
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ilv7PAK1EcU

Where do you want us to go?

Give me your hand

So we can go to Benghazi

The City of Freedom

So we can go to Zawiya

The City of Marytyrs

So we can go to Zintan

The City of Knights

And in the end Libya will be free, and we will live in love and tranquility