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Just having a conversation with my sister about national anthems after listening to the Turkish and Italian anthems. We both agreed that England shouldn’t have God save the Queen, as it’s the British anthem. When we play Scotland next Friday, we’ll have the British anthem and The flower of Scotland.
We should have Land of hope and Glory. I remember that was England’s anthem at the 2002 Commonwealth Games in Manchester. It was very rousing when the whole stadium joined in.
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National anthems. on 13:32 - Jun 14 with 1245 views
The Czech Republic's is yer typical eastern European specimen - orchestral, bombastic, slow bit, fade out and with the players uncertainly mumbling along.
Flower of Scotland now. Oh yes.
"The opposite of love, after all, is not hate, but indifference."
Whilst I appreciate this is aimed at GSTQ for England Billy Connolly perfectly summed up why it needs to be changed. The Archers theme tune gets my vote 😀
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National anthems. on 00:30 - Jun 15 with 1060 views
When we’re on the cusp of a trade war over sausages and borders, imaginary or otherwise, Ireland’s Call rises above religious and historical divides, and circumvents all hurdles with fantastic and arguably, unparalleled key changes while stood shoulder-to-shoulder. Admittedly a little difficult to perform if your the little President fella and the blokes either side are the second row forwards, but for a minute odd of a rabble rousing ditty, it does the job and some.
Industrial dirge…
A lot of people seem to like Ireland's call, but to me its one of the worst songs I've ever heard. Can't stand it.
Anthems I like include Italy, France, Brazil (in fact a few South American countries), New Zealand, South Africa, Wales, Scotland and the US despite their huge egos have a good anthem. Awful ones include my country of abode Australia, and God Save the Queen.
Have a look at this, these blokes can actually sing in tune:
Actually, they’re playing Paraguay, might have a quick bet, they don’t have the greatest record against the Para’s.
Oooch, ten mins in and it’s like watching a racehorse competing against the nag pulling a milk float! Interesting tactics from the Argies, barring the back line, everyone seems to be 5’5”.
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