Similarly, almost all of the national hymns were either written in melodic and rhythmic styles of marches. In addition, a national hymn is duly recognized by law, its government, or a certain convention mandating its official use by the natural born citizens of a given country. The national anthem of a sovereign state or nation is simply described in general, as a nationalistic musical composition which basically chronicles the history, long struggles and colorful traditions of its beloved people. Now sung as Lupang Hinirang in Tagalog.Ī country’s synopsis of gallantry and independence is clearly depicted in its national anthem. National song of the Philippines in the original Spanish: Filipinas. According to (to which refer) the Wikipedia article, 'lupang hinirang' was the tune by Juan Felipe used for the Philippine national anthem, to which the words of a poem in Spanish 'Filipinas'.

8491 prohibits its playing or singing for mere recreation, amusement, or entertainment except during the following occasions.

Our Constitution specifies that the Lupang Hinirang be sang in accordance to the original version of Julian Felipe - that is, quadruple time (4/4), with lyrics in our national language, Filipino. O beloved land,Pearl of the Orient,A fiery spirit Thou artFrom the sun come forth.Land dearest,Nest of valour,To the conquerorsThou shalt never be slain.In Thy skies, air, meadows,Seas and mountains,Widespread is the heartbeatof freedom without end.Thy precious flag symbolizesBrilliance and victory Its sun and stars ablazeShall ever be our guiding light.In Thee, Land of joy and loving,'Tis sweet to live embraced by Thee.Therefore heaven, too, if Thou would be oppressed,Is to die because of Thee.Reference.

Spanish version of lupang hinirang