Upon it's independence from the United States (It is the first modern country in Africa to gain independence), this anthem was adopted but not the music. However, years later, the music was adopted since 1860. Liberia was the first anthem in Africa that still exist. An national anthem of Liberia. Preceded by: "Hail, Columbia" (de facto) "My, Country, 'Tis of Thee" (de facto) Lyrics: All hail, Liberia, hail! (All hail) All hail, Liberia, hail! (All hail) This glorious land of liberty Shall long be ours. Though new her name, Green be her fame, And mighty be her powers, And mighty be her powers, In joy and gladness With our hearts united, We’ll shout the freedom Of a race benighted, Long live Liberia, happy land! A home of glorious liberty, By God’s command! A home of glorious liberty, By God’s command!