What is the story behind the song Wavin Flag?
“Wavin’ Flag” is a song by Somali-Canadian artist K’naan from his album Troubadour. The song was originally written for Somalia and aspirations of its people for freedom. The song became a truly global hit when it was chosen as Coca-Cola’s promotional anthem for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, hosted by South Africa.
Who wrote Wavin Flag song?
K’naan
Philip Lawrence
Wavin’ Flag/Composers
What year did waving flag come out?
2009
Wavin’ Flag/Released
Is K Naan still making music?
It’s been nearly eight years since K’naan released his last album, Country, God, Or The Girl. K’naan has kept quiet about the new music for a few years, but in summer 2019, he began playing some new songs live.
When did Wavin flag come out?
Who is the artist of the song Wavin Flag?
“Wavin’ Flag” is a song by Somali-Canadian artist K’naan from his album Troubadour.
What does K’naan wavin’flag song Mean?
This song encourages people to stay faithful, even when they are struggling with their lives. I think through this song the artist is trying to portray his dream of blacks and whites co-existing together in freedom and unity.
Who is the guiding spirit in the book wavin’flag?
The guiding spirit in the story in the book, as in the song, “Wavin’ Flag,” is K’naan’s grandfather, Haji Mohammad, a celebrated poet in his homeland, “who could stop people fighting with a poem,” K’naan said. “He passed away just before we left. His stature and centredness impressed me.
What does the waving of the flag mean?
Generally a waving flag is a symbol of freedom. It does give the impression of something powerful, free, relentless, the movements don’t stop, it goes back and forth over and over again. You also can’t have your flag waving freely without having the political and physical freedom to do so.