The anthem was not created in a single moment but developed over several decades:
The current Tagalog lyrics, Lupang Hinirang , were officially adopted during the term of President Ramon Magsaysay. 🎼 The Music and Lyrics Philippine National Anthem - Lupang Hinirang (TLEN)
Julian Felipe composed the music as an instrumental march titled Marcha Nacional Filipina . It was first played during the Proclamation of Independence in Kawit, Cavite, on June 12, 1898. The anthem was not created in a single