17th August Independence Day Song Along with Meaningful Lyrics and Facts

Kapanlagi.com - The Indonesian Independence Day is very familiar with the 17th August song created by Husein Mutahar. The lyrics of the 17th August independence day song or Hari Merdeka are full of meaning that can evoke the nationalism of the Indonesian people.

Who doesn't know the 17th August song with its meaningful lyrics that seem to represent the feelings of all Indonesian people on the most historic day? If you deeply analyze it, the lyrics of the 17th August independence day song are full of meaning and can even reignite the spirit of nationalism.

'Once Independent, Always Independent', that's an excerpt from the lyrics of the 17th August song created by H. Mutahar that we often hear on Indonesian Independence Day. You may have memorized the lyrics by heart, but it's also important to know that there are some facts about the 17th August independence day song.

That's why, below are some reviews about the 17th August independence day song along with its lyrics. In addition, there is also the meaning of the 17th August independence day song as compiled by kapanlagi.com from various sources.

1. History of the Independence Day Song August 17, 1945

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On Indonesia's Independence Day, we are certainly quite familiar with several titles of the Indonesian Independence Day songs such as Indonesia Raya, Indonesia Pusaka, Garuda Pancasila, Tanah Airku, Berkibarkah Benderakau, Bagimu Negeri, Maju Tak Gentar, Hari Merdeka (August 17), and so on. However, this time, we will discuss the history of the August 17 independence song.

The history of the August 17 independence song was created by H. Mutahar in 1946. This song is titled Hari Merdeka, but most people tend to refer to it as the August 17 independence song. As reported by tirto.id, at that time President Soekarno called Mutahar when he was still an aide to create an aubade, which is a morning tribute song.

Meanwhile, at that time, the situation in Indonesia was less conducive due to the ongoing Revolution in Yogyakarta, according to the book 100 Indonesian Music Concerts (2018:31) as reported by tirto.id. Then, Mutahar borrowed a palace orchestra and led or conducted the song Hari Merdeka with enthusiasm. On the August 17 ceremony, the song was played to the point that President Soekarno felt happy and praised his skill.

Not only the August 17 independence song was created by H. Mutahar, but there are also several popular songs of his creation that are still very popular to this day. Some examples include Syukur, Dirgahayu Indonesiaku, Hymne Pramuka, and so on.

2. Lyrics of Independence Song on August 17th (Independence Day)

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Here are the lyrics of the independence song on August 17th (Independence Day) created by H. Mutahar, which is so popular and sung every Indonesian Independence Day. The lyrics of the song 'Hari Merdeka' can be seen below:

Seventeenth of August, forty-five

That is our independence day

Day of freedom for the nation and country

Day of the birth of Indonesia

Merdeka

Once independent, always independent

As long as life is still in the body

We remain loyal, always ready

To defend Indonesia

We remain loyal, always ready

To defend our country

3. Ignite the Spirit Through the Meaning of the Independence Song on August 17th

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If you carefully examine the lyrics, the independence song on August 17th created by H. Mutahar can increase the spirit of nationalism. For example, the lyrics 'Once independent, always independent' reinforce the fact that the independence of the Republic of Indonesia truly rests in the hands of the Indonesian people, thanks to the struggle of the nation's heroes, and cannot be disturbed or challenged.

Combined with the following lyrics, the meaning of the independence song on August 17th can make you feel the spirit to continue defending, preserving, and protecting the beloved homeland. Therefore, the independence song on August 17th can serve as a reminder that Indonesia gained its independence on August 17th, 1945, and it can also revive the spirit of nationalism and patriotism of the nation.

4. Facts about the song 17 August

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From several reviews above, here are some facts about the song 17 August or Independence Day that we can conclude and you can read through the reviews below. Some facts about the song 17 August that you may not know are as follows:

- The song Hari Merdeka was created by H. Mutahar.

- The song Hari Merdeka is the second work by H. Mutahar after previously creating a national anthem titled Syukur.

- Husein Mutahar or H. Mutahar is also known as the founder of the Indonesian Scout Movement, the initiator of Paskibraka, and the Aide-de-Camp to President Soekarno.

- H. Mutahar is also a creator of popular Indonesian songs such as Syukur, Hari Merdeka, Dirgahayu Indonesiaku, Hymne Pramuka, Gembira, Tepuk Tangan Silang-Silang, Mari Tepuk, Jangan Putus Asa, Saat Berpisah, and Slamatlah.

Those are some facts about the independence song of 17 August, starting from the lyrics, the meaning of the song, and the creator of the Hari Merdeka song.

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