The national anthem of the Republic of Azerbaijan – historical continuity

Every independent state has symbols that embody its existence, sovereignty and national identity.State symbols -the flag, the national emblem and the anthem are of special importance among these symbols.They are not just formal attributes, but also a living manifestation of the historical memory, values and hopes of the people for the future.State symbols, including the National Anthem, play an important role in the formation of national ideology.The article deals with the National Anthem of the Republic of Azerbaijan in the context of historical inheritance.The article considers important aspects such as the historical context of the anthem, its functions and its significance for society and culture.The semantic content of the music and lyrics of the National Anthem, music of which belongs to the genius Uzeyir Hajibeyli and lyrics to the poet of independence Ahmad Javad, as well as the peculiarities of the musical language and music-lyrics relationships are analyzed here.The analysis concludes that the melody of the anthem, which is a living embodiment of the history, values and wishes of the nation, is a generalized musical expression of the image range and general mood of its lyrics.