England's Anthem: 'God Save The King' Must Go! 'Jerusalem' for Glory

England's Anthem: 'God Save The King' Must Go! 'Jerusalem' for Glory

Ahmad Fauzi
Ahmad Fauzi
Published: Jul 01, 2026

COMMENT: England should have a national anthem everyone can get behind.

The Stagnant Anthem: Why 'God Save The King' Falls Flat

Tune into any major international competition, whether it’s the World Cup or the Olympics, and you’ll witness other nations erupting in a wave of collective pride during their anthems. For England, the experience is often subdued, more akin to a dutiful recitation than a passionate outpouring.

Asking a global audience to sing about saving a monarch, regardless of respect for King Charles III, feels fundamentally misaligned with the energy of modern sports. It’s boring, turgid, and frankly, dull. We deserve a song that truly represents England's rich history, diverse culture, and