If you plan to use the lyrics for a public performance or publication in North Macedonia, be aware of the political sensitivities — especially the references to antiquity and the pre-2019 name. In most private or diaspora settings, however, the song remains an unchallenged symbol of pride.
The song "Ispravi se, Makedonijo" (translated as "Straighten Up, Macedonia" or "Rise Up, Macedonia" ) is a powerful and widely recognized patriotic anthem in North Macedonia. It is not to be confused with the official national anthem ( "Denes nad Makedonija" ), but it holds a significant place in the country's cultural and political landscape. ispravi se makedonijo tekst
(Verse 1) Ispravi se, Makedonijo, ne se daj na tugjini. Majka e Zemja tvoja, a tatko ti — sloboda. If you plan to use the lyrics for
(Chorus) Gordo maani, Makedonijo, so iljadugodišna svetlina. Sekoj makedonski sin i kjerka znae deka si ti — vistina. It is not to be confused with the
(Chorus) Walk proudly, Macedonia, with a thousand-year-old light. Every Macedonian son and daughter knows that you are — the truth.
(Outro) Ispravi se, Makedonijo! Denot nov se rodi.