Ya Emaraat1

Inspired by Dr. Shihab Ghanem's beautiful lyrical tribute to the UAE, this song is the combined effort of Dr. Ghanem, Deb Chakraborty, Sami Jassim, Eeshan Roy, Madhumita Roy, and a visiting artist friend Rajesh Pullarwar.
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TRANSLATION OF VERSES
ARABIC
O Emirates
From the heights of a dream to phenomenal reality
You are a creation of stalwart arms and unwavering vision

The love and devotion of Sheikhs nurtures you
As does that of all those essaying zestfully on
The genius, peerless leadership of Zayed
A generous unifier, from whose palms benevolence did overflow
URDU
Oh Emirates
You who illustrate the reverence of the Sheikhs
Your values are vital to humanity
Your spread of verdant cheer lights up the sober sandscape
The moon salutes your twinkling presence from above
Like the seven notes of music, your seven emirates
Meld vision, values and verve to create perfect harmony
You have greeted guests with open hearts
For this sweet host, and for every generosity
Please accept our profound gratitude
ARABIC
Surrounded by Rashid and other Sheikhs,
(You are) A grand singularity Of one clear vision
They were followed by Khalifa and their sons
Who build upon their vision – for the design is epic
As do the two matchless Mohammads,
With their individual signatures and their colossal courage
ARABIC RECITATION BY SHIHAB GHANEM
O Emirates,
You hold out love at large, and you offer kindly shade
Step upon progressive step aimed at prosperity for all
Exemplifying that which all realms seek for progress and splendor
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This video has been produced by Lajo Gupta and Peerless Productions.

There is a creative community of expats in Dubai, and as is the wont of all creative people, we pooled time and effort; defied any and all obstructions just to be able to give voice to our gratitude to the UAE through this beautiful song.

Thank you for listening.

Happy National Day UAE ... May You Grow and Glow forever