The Belize national anthem, “Land of the Free,” celebrates the unity, freedom, and pride of the Belizean nation. Below are the original lyrics in English.
Additional Information
- Anthem Name: Land of the Free
- Written Date: 1963
- Lyricist: Samuel Alfred Haynes
- Composer: Selwyn Walford Young
- Official Adoption Date: 1981
Original Lyrics in English
O, Land of the Free by the Carib Sea,
Our manhood we pledge to thy liberty!
No tyrants here linger, despots must flee
This tranquil haven of democracy.
The blood of our sires, which hallows the sod,
Brought freedom from slavery oppression’s rod,
By the might of truth and the grace of God.
No longer shall we be hewers of wood.
Chorus:
Arise! Ye sons of the Baymen’s clan,
Put on your armor, clear the land!
Drive back the tyrants, let despots flee!
Land of the Free by the Carib Sea!
Nature has blessed thee with wealth untold,
O’er mountains and valleys where prairies roll;
Our fathers, the Baymen, valiant and bold
Drove back the invader; this heritage hold
From proud Rio Hondo to old Sarstoon,
Through coral isle, over blue lagoon;
Keep watch with the angels, the stars and moon;
For freedom comes tomorrow’s noon.
Chorus:
Arise! Ye sons of the Baymen’s clan,
Put on your armor, clear the land!
Drive back the tyrants, let despots flee!
Land of the Free by the Carib Sea!
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