The national anthem of Belize is "Land of the Free." It was written by Samuel Alfred Haynes, a school teacher and musician, in the early 1900s and officially adopted as the national anthem in 1981. The anthem is played at national ceremonies and events, and is often performed by school choirs and other musical groups. The lyrics of the anthem express the nation's history, culture, and aspirations for freedom, unity and peace. The anthem is typically sung in English, it's the official language of the country, and it's characterized by having a patriotic and celebratory tone, it's well known for it's strong message of freedom and unity, which represents a deep sense of pride and identity of the Belizean people.