Samoa
O le Fu'a o le Sa'olotoga o Samoa
The Banner of Freedom
1962
1962
Sauni Iiga Kuresa
Sauni Iiga Kuresa
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Context
Written and composed by Sauni Iiga Kuresa, the anthem was adopted upon Samoa's independence from New Zealand on January 1, 1962. Samoa was the first Pacific Island nation to gain independence in the 20th century. The anthem reflects the deeply Christian character of Samoan society.
Lyrics
Samoa, tula'i ma sisi ia lau fu'a, lou pale lea!
Samoa, tula'i ma sisi ia lau fu'a, lou pale lea!
Vaai! i na fetu o lo'o ua agiagia ai:
Le faailoga lea o Iesu
Na maliu ai mo Samoa.
Translations are non-official and intended to convey meaning, not replace originals
Interesting facts
- • Samoa was the first Pacific Island country to gain independence in the 20th century, on January 1, 1962
- • The country was known as Western Samoa until 1997, when it officially changed its name to simply 'Samoa'
- • Samoa's anthem is notable for its strong Christian references, reflecting the country's deep faith; the preamble of Samoa's constitution states that the nation is 'founded on God'