The Republic of the Congo national anthem, “La Congolaise,” is a symbol of national pride and unity. Below are the original lyrics in French.
Additional Information
- Anthem Name: La Congolaise
- Written Date: 1959
- Lyricist: Jacques Tondra and Georges Kibanghi
- Composer: Jean Royer and Joseph Spadilière
- Official Adoption Date: 1959
Original Lyrics in French
Aux armes, Citoyens,
Formez vos bataillons,
Marchons, marchons,
Des champs de gloire,
Nous saluons le chemin
De la liberté.
Refrain:
Arrêtez! Arrêtez! Arrêtez les tyrans,
Nous bâtirons l’Afrique nouvelle!
Arrêtez! Arrêtez! Arrêtez les tyrans,
Nous bâtirons l’Afrique nouvelle!
English Translation of the Lyrics
Here is the Republic of the Congo national anthem English version. “La Congolaise” reflects the pride and unity of the Republic of the Congo. Below is the English translation of the lyrics.
To arms, Citizens,
Form your battalions,
Let us march, let us march,
The fields of glory,
We salute the path
Of freedom.
Chorus:
Stop! Stop! Stop the tyrants,
We will build the new Africa!
Stop! Stop! Stop the tyrants,
We will build the new Africa!
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