Myanmar

Context

Written in 1947 during the transition to independence from Britain, Myanmar's anthem was created by Saya Tin, who composed both lyrics and music. The anthem has survived multiple regime changes, including military coups and the transition to partial democracy.

Lyrics

Interesting facts

• • Saya Tin wrote both the lyrics and music, making him one of the few sole creators of a national anthem
• • The anthem was adopted the same year as Myanmar's (then Burma's) independence hero Aung San was assassinated
• • Despite the country changing its name from Burma to Myanmar in 1989, the anthem remained unchanged