Forever Marshall Islands

"Forever Marshall Islands" (Template:Langx), also known by its incipit, "{{#invoke:Lang|lang}}" ("Our Islands"),<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref> is the national anthem of the Marshall Islands. The lyrics were written by former President Amata Kabua, and the music was composed by Korean composer Gil ok-yun (also known by his Japanese name, Jun Yoshiya, 吉屋潤) by the request of President Kabua. The song was finished and recorded at Oasis Records in Seoul.Template:Efn<ref name="gil">Template:Cite news</ref> Kabua and Gil became acquaintances after Jiyong (池勇),Template:Efn an economic adviser for President Amata Kabua, introduced Gil Ok Yun to Kabua.<ref name="gil"/>

The anthem was adopted in 1991. It replaced a previous national anthem, "{{#invoke:Lang|lang}}".<ref>Marshall Islands Overview at Encyclopedia of Nations</ref>

Lyrics

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lang}}</poem>	main}}</poem>	<poem>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. (𝄇)</poem>

External links

• Streaming audio of Forever Marshall Islands, with lyrics and information (archive link)
• Sheet music of the anthem (in PDF format) [1]
• Listen to an instrumental version of Forever Marshall Islands [2] (mp3)