Bahrain National Anthem History

Bahrainona · بحريننا

Bahrain adopted "Bahrainona" as its national anthem upon gaining independence in 1971. Its original lyrics were later revised in 2002 to reflect the country's change to a kingdom.

Bahrain Bahrainona

Bahrain

Language: Arabic
Anthem: Bahrainona
Duration: 0:49
Status: "Bahrainona" continues to serve as Bahrain's national anthem, with its current lyrics dating from 2002.

History timeline

1971
Bahrain gained independence from British rule.
1971
The anthem “Bahrainona” was adopted with its music set.
2002
Bahrain transitioned from an Emirate to a Kingdom.
2002
The original lyrics were changed to reflect Bahrain's new status as a kingdom.

The anthem "Bahrainona" is composed in the distinctive "Arab fanfare" style.

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