Ukraine National Anthem English Lyrics Apr 2026

The most common English translation from sources like Cambridge4Ukraine is as follows:

If you tell me (e.g., a school project, a musical performance, or historical research), I can provide more specific details about the pronunciation or the longer historical verses. Ukraine National Anthem English lyrics

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 most common English translation from sources like

In 2003, the first line was modified from "Ukraine has not yet perished" to "Ukraine's glory and freedom have not yet perished" to sound less pessimistic. English Lyrics (Official First Verse) In 2003, the first line was modified from

Souls and bodies we’ll lay down, all for our freedom, And we will show that we, brothers, are of the Cossack nation! Meaning & Reception

💡 The anthem is a "Hallelujah" for the nation—starting with a solemn tone but building into a rousing declaration of sovereignty.