The Hamidiye Marşı () was the imperial anthem of the Ottoman Empire from 1876 to 1909. In 1876, Sultan Abdul Hamid II had the Hamidiye March composed for him by Necip Paşa. It was one of the only 2 Ottoman anthems to have lyrics.
Lyrics Original lyrics in Ottoman TurkishLyrics transliterated into Turkish alphabetEnglish translated versionOh! benefactor of the world, sovereign of sovereigns! You bestowed glory and honour upon the exalted and fortunate Ottoman throne, Under the grace of your imperial favour, the world is prosperous, May Sultan Hamîd enjoy the pleasures of your reign for a long time, Long live, my emperor, long live with your state!
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