Why doesn't England have a National Anthem?

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It's frustrating to hear them sing the 'God Save the King' British national anthem. Why doesn't England have its own national anthem instead of singing one which covers all of the union (in theory)?

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Growing up in Wales GSTQ was never played, used or sung in any situation, it was only this year that I was in a situation where GSTK was played and I realised I'd never actually sung it so wasn't even sure of the words! It's very much an English anthem to my mind.

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“Let's leave Jerusalem. "And did those feet..?" Well, almost certainly no.”

Well Blake took Milton advice and I would beg to differ! - although I’m very much against using Parry’s “Jerusalem” as a national anthem

When did I suggest a majority identify as Northern Irish?
To quote you 'fanatics no one cares about who think they are more English than the English'. This is hardly based in fact. I don't know any Northern Irish native who thinks of themselves as 'English'.
I'm from & live in N.I.
I know plenty who identify themselves as British. You said English, not British.
As for minorities, percentages etc., the 2021 census is readily available.

It doesn't have official words.

When did I suggest a majority identify as Northern Irish?

Probably when you said In NI they are Northern Irish.

I very much enjoy David Bowies many anthem like songs also. Possibly not Space Oddity, Heros is great as is Starman.
I suspect an ABBA song would score very highly in a free vote, Waterloo might satisfy those who enjoy a bit of historical allusion. But Super Trouper is also very rousing.

Another vote for Flanders and Swann. "The English, the English, the English are best. I wouldn't give tuppence for all of the rest!"

because he completely agreed with you.

How on Earth does that suggest I was referring to a majority? You referred to 'fanatics' identifying as English. I suggested that no, they don't say they're English, they say they're British. No mention of majorities, numbers, percentages etc. Etc. Etc....

You weren't around for the independence referendum then?

I firmly believe the vast majority of English people would happily lance NI like a boil on its bloated arse.

I thought Jerusalem was an unofficial hymn for women's suffrage? Which is why the WI sing it?

Well this thread is taking an unpleasant turn

Its not supposed to be. Its supposed to be the anthem of the UK and the Commonwealth Realms I believe. England is the only country that doesn't have a separate National Anthem just for itself, and has co opted the UK (dreary non national anthem) for itself.

I thought "Yakaty Sax", the theme from Benny Hill, was England's unofficial anthem.

Or Always Look On The Bright Side Of Life

I'm not sure 'I was sick and tired of everything when I called you last night from Glasgow' hits quite the right sentiment

Would love to see the monarchy abolished and Jerusalem as our national anthem.

I agree. I think that is a great song. I dont know all the words, but as with GSTK you can get rid of the dodgy bits. The main problem with GSTK for me is that its about saving one person and how we should all try and pray to God to save the King. Nothing to do with the nation, which surely is what a 'National anthem' should be about.

Just yes!!

Give it to Scotland if they get Independence. They caused the mess with the plantation of Ulster anyway.

Surely you would know GSTK if you watch Olympics etc? So Welsh and Scots don't watch the Olympics?