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The National Anthem of Azerbaijan (Azərbaycan Marşı) is the official state anthem, composed in march form, that elevates national identity, love of homeland, and the ideal of independence. The lyrics are attributed to Ahmet Cevat and the music to Üzeyir Hacıbeyli; the text was written in 1919 and set to music in the same year. It was used as the national anthem during the republic’s period of independence and regained its official status after the dissolution of the Soviet Union. Thematically, i

A national anthem is an official musical text that symbolizes a state's sovereignty, social unity, historical memory, and ideological values. Alongside national symbols such as the flag and the coat of arms, national anthems are also expressions of a country's political identity. They are generally composed in the form of a poem set to music; the lyrics are usually written by a poet or writer, while the melody (composition) is typically the work of a professional composer. Historical Development