The nation entered the federation under the rule of Premier Norman Manley, who also made various constitutional amendments to allow the process of decolonisation to rapidly take place.

Premier Norman Manley's participation in the West Indies Federation was unpopular and led to the independence of the country on 6 August 1962, and the national anthem selected in July 1962 was officially used from that date.

Furthermore, singing the National Anthem should be incorporated into the process of raising and lowering the flag at the beginning and end of each school year, as well as during Independence Day celebrations.

At the conclusion of their daily broadcasts, these stations traditionally play the anthem, marking a formal end to their programming before they cease transmission.

Eternal Father, bless our land Guard us with Thy mighty hand Keep us free from evil powers Be our light through countless hours

Knowledge send us, Heavenly Father, Grant true wisdom from above Justice, truth be ours forever Jamaica, land we love