National Anthem of Saudi Arabia

 

The national anthem of Saudi Arabia is The Chant of the Saudi Nation it was first adopted in 1950 by King Abdulaziz without the lyrics, to be the official royal salute. Which was played at Saudi official ceremonies to salute royal families and diplomats.

The piece was a gift from Egypt King Farouq in 1947 when King Abdul Aziz visited Egypt.

The composer Abdul Rahman Khateeb himself played the music on the trumpet at the official welcoming ceremony held for king Abdulaziz at that time.

In the 80’s the Saudi poet Ibrahim Khafaja was ordered to add words to the royal Salute piece, so it becomes the official Royal anthem of the Kingdom.

The first time Saudi’s heard their national anthem was on the first day of Eid Al Fitr in 1984, as it was played on the national TV and radio.

The National Anthem is commonly known among Saudis as Sari’i, the opening word of the anthem, meaning to Hasten.

Hasten

To glory and supremacy,

Glorify the Creator of the heavens

And raise the green flag

Which carry the guidance light

Repeat: Allahu Akbar

My country,

Live as the pride of all Muslims!

Long live the king

For the flag

And homeland