Queen Elizabeth’s Death Calls for a Change in the UK National Anthem as a King Now Reigns Over the People
- The passing of Queen Elizabeth II means that there will now be a change in the UK national anthem as a King takes power
- With her son Prince Charles taking over the rule the lyrics will need to accommodate for a King and no longer a Queen
- With Queen Elizabeth II reigned over the UK for 70 years, it has been a while since a King sat in the thrown of power
PAY ATTENTION: Click “See First” under the “Following” tab to see Legit.ng News on your Facebook News Feed!
A lot of change is set to come now that Queen Elizabeth II has died. With her son, Prince Charles taking over the rule, gone are the days of praising the Queen as a King is now in charge.
Source: UGC
One of the many changes that come with this monumental loss is that of the United Kingdom national anthem. As it stated "God Save the Queen”, that will now have to be changed to "God Save the King.”
All of the lyrics will remain the same, other than "queen" being replaced with "king" and "she" and "her" being replaced with "he" and "him,” reported Insider.
"God Save the King” is not something new to the people of the UK, however, it has been a great deal of time since a King has been in the power seat. The official Royal Family website explains that the anthem was written to honour King George VI.
PAY ATTENTION: Follow us on Instagram - get the most important news directly in your favourite app!
Queen Elizabeth II is an iconic ruler whose reign has made a mark in history. Prince Charles will now be known as King Charles III as he takes his rightful seat on the thrown where his late mother ruled for 70 years.
Queen Elizabeth II has died: remembering Britain’s longest reigning monarch who passed away at 96
In related news, Briefly News reported that Queen Elizabeth II, who was England’s longest reigning monarch, had an intriguing life that captivated many.
In 2022, the 96-year-old officially ruled for 70 years after being crowned in 1953 at the tender age of 27, taking over from her father, the late King George, who had passed away in 1952.
In remembrance of the queen who has died today, on 8 September, Briefly News has compiled a list of five interesting facts about Her Majesty.
Source: Briefly.co.za
Khadijah Thabit (Copyeditor) Khadijah Thabit is an editor with over 3 years of experience editing and managing contents such as articles, blogs, newsletters and social leads. She has a BA in English and Literary Studies from the University of Ibadan, Nigeria. Khadijah joined Legit.ng in September 2020 as a copyeditor and proofreader for the Human Interest, Current Affairs, Business, Sports and PR desks. As a grammar police, she develops her skills by reading novels and dictionaries. Email: khadeeejathabit@gmail.com
Segun Adeyemi (Current Affairs and Politics Editor) Segun Adeyemi is a journalist with over 9 years of experience as an active field reporter, editor, and editorial manager. He has had stints with Daily Trust newspaper, Daily Nigerian, and News Digest. He currently works as an editor for Legit.ng's current affairs and politics desk. He holds a degree in Mass Communication (Adekunle Ajasin University). He is a certified digital reporter by Reuters, AFP and the co-convener of the annual campus journalism awards. Email: segun.adeyemi@corp.legit.ng.
