Why do we have a rubbish National Anthem?

Jimbuna · 06-02-07, 03:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Antidike

Oh and this is to all Kraftwerk fans

Mudrik · 06-03-07, 06:57 AM

I've always thought that the current national anthem is dreary. You just couldn't march about to it could you. I love to watch the F1 and it's always grim to hear "God Save" played at the podium ceremony alongside something racy like the French or Italian anthem.

As an aside, the Hungarian National anthem mentions "ripen grapes of Tokay" which I believe is to Hungary what Brandy is to France or Whiskey is to Scotland (please correct me if I'm wrong). What a fab idea to mention your national tipple in your anthem.

Then there is the whole issue of National vs English anthem which I see is being discussed. I feel that Jerusalem is the best candidate for English anthem as it always brings a lump to my throat despite my total lack of religious beliefs (the Billy Bragg fans amongst you will be pleased to hear that it's his choice too).

As for national anthem, it would have to be by a British composer, how about "Parklife" or "Vindaloo" for a good old knees-up with plenty of smiles. Or "Smack my bitch up" which would be fantasitic at the start of an international sports event!

Has anyone seen the Al Murray (pub landlord) take on the national anthem? He goes on about how where ever in the world she is, if there's any danger nearby, all it takes is for one Brit somewhere in the world to stand up and sing the national anthem and call out to god, he is our god afterall, to stop what he's doing and save the queen! Very funny indeed.

06-03-07, 09:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Mudrik

I've always thought that the current national anthem is dreary. You just couldn't march about to it could you.

The best you could try is dragging yourself if you're in an energetic mood

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kurtz · 06-03-07, 06:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Mudrik

As an aside, the Hungarian National anthem mentions "ripen grapes of Tokay" which I believe is to Hungary what Brandy is to France or Whiskey is to Scotland (please correct me if I'm wrong). What a fab idea to mention your national tipple in your anthem.

Well the germans 2nd verse

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Deutsche Frauen, deutsche Treue,
deutscher Wein und deutscher Sang

Praise their women and their wine (on reflection I think I'd prefer their women)

Tchocky · 06-03-07, 11:26 PM

Tchock

(lets make this confusing)

The Avon Lady · 06-04-07, 01:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Tchocky

:rotfl:

I love Connolly!

Heibges · 06-05-07, 09:51 AM

There have been various efforts to get the US Nation Anthem changed from the unsingable Star Spangled Banner to America the Beautiful.

http://www.answers.com/topic/america-the-beautiful

Jimbuna · 06-05-07, 09:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Tchocky

Tchock

(lets make this confusing)

Never get sick of watching that "An audience With Billy Connolly" :rotfl: :rotfl:

TteFAboB · 06-18-07, 04:19 PM

Given the latest BBC thread, which reminded me of the story about a failure to find reasons for British proudness, I suggest this as the new non-rubbish British national anthem:

View Poll Results: What should the National Anthem be?
God Save The Queen (suppose I have to put it here)	9	23.68%
Jerusalem (good for sporting occasions)	2	5.26%
I Vow to Thee My Country (my favourite)	3	7.89%
Land of Hope and Glory (might annoy the ex-colonies!)	6	15.79%
Rule Brittania (possibly embarrasing)	8	21.05%
Between The Wars (hmm bit conciliatory)	1	2.63%
None of the above I want the poll again with my song	9	23.68%
Voters: 38. You may not vote on this poll

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Heibges Sea Lord Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: San Francisco, California Posts: 1,633 Downloads: 1 Uploads: 0	There have been various efforts to get the US Nation Anthem changed from the unsingable Star Spangled Banner to America the Beautiful. http://www.answers.com/topic/america-the-beautiful __________________ U.Kdt.Hdb B. I. 28) This possibility of using the hydrophone to help in detecting surface ships should, however, be restricted to those cases where the submarine is unavoidably compelled to stay below the surface. http://www.hackworth.com/

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TteFAboB Admiral Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 2,247 Downloads: 4 Uploads: 0	Given the latest BBC thread, which reminded me of the story about a failure to find reasons for British proudness, I suggest this as the new non-rubbish British national anthem: __________________ "Tout ce qui est exagéré est insignifiant." ("All that is exaggerated is insignificant.") - Talleyrand

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06-03-07, 06:57 AM	#2
Mudrik Gunner Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: passing thermal layer, silent running Posts: 94 Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I've always thought that the current national anthem is dreary. You just couldn't march about to it could you. I love to watch the F1 and it's always grim to hear "God Save" played at the podium ceremony alongside something racy like the French or Italian anthem. As an aside, the Hungarian National anthem mentions "ripen grapes of Tokay" which I believe is to Hungary what Brandy is to France or Whiskey is to Scotland (please correct me if I'm wrong). What a fab idea to mention your national tipple in your anthem. Then there is the whole issue of National vs English anthem which I see is being discussed. I feel that Jerusalem is the best candidate for English anthem as it always brings a lump to my throat despite my total lack of religious beliefs (the Billy Bragg fans amongst you will be pleased to hear that it's his choice too). As for national anthem, it would have to be by a British composer, how about "Parklife" or "Vindaloo" for a good old knees-up with plenty of smiles. Or "Smack my bitch up" which would be fantasitic at the start of an international sports event! Has anyone seen the Al Murray (pub landlord) take on the national anthem? He goes on about how where ever in the world she is, if there's any danger nearby, all it takes is for one Brit somewhere in the world to stand up and sing the national anthem and call out to god, he is our god afterall, to stop what he's doing and save the queen! Very funny indeed.