National Anthem English Lyrics — Ukraine
Upon us, my young brothers, fate shall yet smile. Our enemies will perish, like dew in the morning sun, And we too shall rule, brothers, in our own land.
The lyrics emphasize that even in hardship, the nation's spirit remains untouchable. Ukraine National Anthem English lyrics
The most common English translation from sources like Cambridge4Ukraine is as follows: Upon us, my young brothers, fate shall yet smile
Since 2022, the anthem has been performed by orchestras worldwide as a symbol of solidarity . The most common English translation from sources like
The Ukrainian national anthem, (Ukraine's Glory and Freedom Have Not Yet Perished), is a powerful song of resilience. Its English lyrics reflect a history of struggle for independence. Anthem Overview Lyrics: Based on an 1862 poem by Pavlo Chubynsky . Music: Composed in 1863 by Mykhailo Verbytsky , a priest. Official Status: Adopted in 1992 (music) and 2003 (lyrics).
"Dew in the sun" suggests that enemies are temporary and will naturally vanish.