Gabon
La Concorde
The Concord
1960
1960
Georges Aleka Damas
Georges Aleka Damas
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Context
Adopted at independence from France in 1960, 'La Concorde' was both written and composed by Georges Aleka Damas. The anthem's title, meaning 'The Concord,' emphasizes harmony and unity as the central values of the newly independent nation.
Lyrics
Uni dans la Concorde et la fraternité,
Éveille-toi Gabon, une aurore se lève,
Encourage l'ardeur qui vibre et nous soulève!
C'est enfin notre essor vers la félicité.
Translations are non-official and intended to convey meaning, not replace originals
Interesting facts
- • Georges Aleka Damas wrote both the lyrics and the music, making him one of the few sole creators of a national anthem
- • Gabon is one of the wealthiest countries in sub-Saharan Africa per capita due to its oil reserves and relatively small population
- • The anthem's emphasis on 'concord' reflects the desire for peaceful coexistence among Gabon's more than 40 ethnic groups