In 1919, during the brief existence of the , the government sought to establish national symbols. Prominent composer Uzeyir Hajibeyov , often called the "father" of Azerbaijani classical music, composed the stirring melody. He collaborated with the revolutionary poet Ahmad Javad , who penned the lyrics that remain iconic today.
The story of the (March of Azerbaijan) is a tale of a nation's struggle for independence, lost and then rediscovered 70 years later. The Birth of a Symbol (1919) Uzeyir Hacibeyov Azerbaycan Himni Lyrics
: The lyrics celebrate the "cherished land of valiant sons" and the readiness to sacrifice everything for the three-colored flag. The Soviet Silence (1920–1991) In 1919, during the brief existence of the
: The march was designed to inspire soldiers and students, frequently being chanted in military schools before lessons. The story of the (March of Azerbaijan) is
During the Soviet era, Hajibeyov was forced to compose a different anthem for the that praised Lenin and Communist ideals. The original 1919 march survived only in the memories of those who lived through the republic's first independence and among the Azerbaijani diaspora. The Resurrection (1992)