The Palestinian National Anthem represents the journey of a people who struggled for their freedom. It preceded official independence, becoming a voice for revolution and identity both in diaspora and homeland.
Historical Milestones of the Anthem
The "Mawtini" Anthem
Considered the first unofficial national anthem for Palestinians, composed by poet Ibrahim Tuqan with music by Lebanese composer Mohammad Fleifel. It remained present in Palestinian and Arab consciousness for decades.
Adoption of "Fida\'i" Anthem
The Executive Committee of the Palestine Liberation Organization adopted "Fida\'i" as the national anthem, with lyrics by poet Sa\'id al-Muzayin (Youth of the Revolution) and music by Egyptian composer Ali Ismail.
Orchestration and Development
The anthem was re-orchestrated by the world-renowned Greek composer Mikis Theodorakis in solidarity with the Palestinian cause.
Institutional Formalization
The Palestinian Council of Ministers issued Resolution No. (181) approving the unified version of the anthem and disseminating it to all government institutions, embassies, and diplomatic missions.
Palestinian composer Hussein Nazek created the final approved musical arrangement.
National Anthem Lyrics
Poet: Sa\'id al-Muzayin (Youth of the Revolution)
Composer: Ali Ismail
Final Arrangement: Hussein Nazek
Fida\'i Fida\'i Fida\'i
My land land of ancestors
Fida\'i Fida\'i Fida\'i
My people people of eternity
With my determination my fire and volcano
And the yearning of my blood for my land
I have climbed mountains and endured struggles
I have overcome the impossible shattered chains
Fida\'i Fida\'i Fida\'i
My land land of ancestors
Fida\'i Fida\'i Fida\'i
My people people of eternity
With the storm of winds and fire of arms
And my people\'s resolve to wage the struggle
Palestine is my home Palestine is my fire
Palestine is my vengeance and land of steadfastness
Fida\'i Fida\'i Fida\'i
My land land of ancestors
Fida\'i Fida\'i Fida\'i
My people people of eternity
By the right of the oath under the shadow of the flag
With my land and my people and the fire of pain
I shall live as a fida\'i and march as a
Fida\'i and remain a fida\'i until I return
Fida\'i Fida\'i Fida\'i
My land land of ancestors
Fida\'i Fida\'i Fida\'i
My people people of eternity
Listen to the National Anthem
Palestinian National Anthem - Official Version