Marocco
- Lingua
- Arabic
- Anthem
- Hymne Chérifien
- Duration
- 1:08
- Status
- Today, the 'Hymne Chérifien' serves as the national anthem of Morocco, with music composed by Léo Morgan and lyrics by Ali Squalli Houssaini.
Storia dell'inno nazionale di Marocco
Hymne Chérifien · ٱلنَّشِيْد ٱلْوَطَنِي
The 'Hymne Chérifien' began as a melody used during the French protectorate. It was adopted upon Morocco's independence in 1956, with official lyrics added in 1970.
Marocco
Hymne Chérifien
Cronologia storica
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Pre-1956
The anthem's tune was already in use in Morocco during the French protectorate, with different lyrics.
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1956
Upon Morocco's independence, the music for the 'Hymne Chérifien' was officially confirmed as the national anthem.
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1970
A new set of official lyrics was written by Ali Squalli Houssaini and adopted for the national anthem.
The 'Sharif' in the anthem's title refers to an important role as a protector of the tribe and its assets.