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Songs and Anthems

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National Anthems


National Anthems Opens in new window
  • Anthem sound files in MIDI format for vocal and instrumental versions
  • Anthem lyrics in the country's official language

National Anthems of the World from Past and Present Opens in new window
  • The history of the anthem
  • A music file, usually in MIDI format
  • Lyrics, usually with an English translation
  • Sheet music for some anthems



Current Song and Album Charts


For background on music, or record, charts please see the Wikipedia entry Record chart.

Note: You may see a blank space below, since it may take some time for the 4 Billboard Top-5 widgets to appear, covering the Billboard 200, Hot 100, Hot Country and R&B/Hip-Hop charts. See all current Billboard music charts at billboard.com.





Historic Song and Album Charts


Alaska Jim's Music Charts Opens in new window
  • Browse Singles Charts back to 1920 — and Album Charts back to 1964.
  • You can find chart lists covering All-Time and also by Year, Genre and Week.
  • Covers U.S. and international charts

Historical Music Charts by Year 1946-2005 — Billboard Opens in new window
  • Note: The top-5 entries in each chart are free. The rest of the chart requires a subscription.



Song Databases


Use these sites to verify the existence of a song including writer, performers and publishers. Note: You will not find song information on these sites by using search engines Deep web.


HFA Song File Opens in new window

Information on Songs Licensed by ASCAP Opens in new window

Song Books and Hymnals of U.S. Music 18th century-present — Center for Popular Music Opens in new window

Song Title Registration Information — BMI Repertoire Search Opens in new window

Song, Performer, Album information and Reviews — All Music Guide Opens in new window


This page last updated July 21, 2009 by Web Team

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