CA Country Anthems

Jordan National Anthem History

As-salam al-malaki al-urduni · السلام الملكي الأردني

Jordan's national anthem, "Long Live the King of Jordan," has been in use since the country gained independence in 1946. It features music by Abdul-Qader Al-Taneer and lyrics by Abdul-Mone’m Al-Rifai’.

Jordan As-salam al-malaki al-urduni

Jordan

Language
Arabic
Anthem
As-salam al-malaki al-urduni
Duration
0:36
Status
“As-salam al-malaki al-urdoni” remains Jordan's national anthem, with its shorter version commonly performed and the full version reserved for significant state events.

History timeline

  1. Before 1946

    Abdul-Qader Al-Taneer composed the music for the anthem.

  2. Before 1946

    Abdul-Mone’m Al-Rifai’ wrote the lyrics for the anthem.

  3. 1946

    The anthem, "As-salam al-malaki al-urdoni," was officially adopted on May 25th, coinciding with Jordan's independence.

  4. Post-1946

    The anthem began to be performed in both a short version for normal use and a formal full version.

Jordan's anthem features two distinct versions: a short one for normal performance and a formal full version played on special occasions like the King’s birthday.