This anthem was adopted in 1925. It was written in 1890 by a Civil War veteran. The verses were set to the tune of "Baby Mine," a popular song composed in 1876. A state song of Illinois. Lyricist: Charles H. Chamberlin Composer: Archibald Johnston == Main country == United States https://planet.mblock.cc/project/2955341 == Lyrics == By thy rivers gently flowing, Illinois, Illinois, O'er thy prairies verdant growing, Illinois, Illinois, Comes an echo on the breeze. Rustling through the leafy trees, and its mellow tones are these, Illinois, Illinois, and its mellow tones are these, Illinois.