Kunan Kiribati (English: Song of Kiribati), also known by its incipit, Teirake Kaini Kiribati (Gilbertese pronunciation: ; English: Stand Up, Kiribati), is the national anthem of Kiribati.
It was written and composed by Ioteba Tamuera Uriam and adopted upon independence on 12 July 1979. Its lyrics were confirmed as per Schedule 3 of the National Identity Act 1989.
English: Song of Kiribati | |
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National anthem of Kiribati | |
Also known as | Teirake Kaini Kiribati (English: Stand Up, Kiribati) |
Lyrics | Ioteba Tamuera Uriam |
Music | Ioteba Tamuera Uriam |
Adopted | 12 July 1979 |
Audio sample | |
U.S. Navy Band instrumental version (one verse) |
The anthem was selected after a nationwide song competition to find a national anthem. Among those who participated in the competition were local composer and Protestant missionary Rev. Tom Toakai.
According to the National Identity Act 1989, the piece is to be sung at an andante tempo of 108.
Gilbertese lyrics | IPA transcription | English lyrics |
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