Anthem of the Northern Monarchy

Our Lady of Immaculate Conception

Ensure the wine doesn’t run out in the casks

(Casks!)

And in our vineyards may we find the redemption

Of those who don’t have in the Monarchy a nation

(Nation!)

And let our souls grow stronger

I swear and I will swear this cause to the death!

When I die, I don’t want crying or screaming

I want by my side a five-litre jug!

Our Lady of Immaculate Conception

Bring this nation’s blessing in your hand

(Hand!)

Up through the Douro, guard our vineyards

May grapes sprout to cheer our lovely souls

(Olé!)

And let our souls grow stronger

I swear and I will swear this cause to the death!

When I die, I don’t want crying or screaming

I want by my side a five-litre jug!

And up it goes! And down! And to the centre!

And for the North, may there always be good yeast!

The origin of this Anthem is unknown, and it was lost for several years. The only known fact is that it was written by a woman, thanks to the Open Letter from Engineer António Forte and its Response. Decades later, an adulterated version became popular at academic dinners and was eventually set to music in 2014 by a renowned popular music singer.