The Fiji national anthem, “Meda Dau Doka” (Let Us Show Respect), celebrates the heritage and pride of the Fijian nation. Below are the original lyrics in Fijian and their English translation.
Additional Information
- Anthem Name: Meda Dau Doka (Let Us Show Respect)
- Written Date: 1970
- Lyricist: Michael Francis Alexander Prescott
- Composer: Charles Austin Miles
- Official Adoption Date: 1970
Original Lyrics in Fijian
Meda dau doka ka vinakata na vanua
E dina, na lomana kei na dodonu
Me veiyaloni, ka me maroroi
Me bula ga ka sautu na noda noda vanua.
Chorus:
Me bula ga ka sautu na noda vanua
Me bula ga ka sautu na noda vanua
Me bula ga ka sautu na noda vanua
Me bula ga ka sautu na noda vanua
English Translation of the Lyrics
Here is the Fiji national anthem English version. “Meda Dau Doka” reflects the pride and unity of Fiji. Below is the English translation of the lyrics.
Let us all show respect and cherish our land
Truth, courage, and righteousness prevail
May peace and honor stay in Fiji
And may our beloved land prosper and thrive.
Chorus:
May our beloved land prosper and thrive
May our beloved land prosper and thrive
May our beloved land prosper and thrive
May our beloved land prosper and thrive
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