"World in Union" is the official anthem of the , first introduced for the 1991 tournament [14, 15]. While it is now a global sporting staple, the piece has deep roots in classical music and has been interpreted by many legendary artists. 1. Musical Origins
Beyond the stadium, the song has been used for various tributes: World in Union
The song is traditionally recorded by a different artist for each World Cup, often reflecting the host nation's culture: "World in Union" is the official anthem of
A classical crossover version recorded for the tournament in New Zealand [3, 15]. Musical Origins Beyond the stadium, the song has
Recorded by Joanna Forest in 2020 to honor the late rugby coach and police officer [8, 20].
The melody is taken from the central theme of the "Jupiter" movement in Gustav Holst’s orchestral suite The Planets [14, 22]. Before it was a rugby anthem, this same melody was famously used for the British patriotic hymn "I Vow to Thee, My Country" [13, 14]. 2. Creation as an Anthem
Artists like Chess Taylor have released versions to promote peace during times of international conflict [7].