American reacts to 'Flower of Scotland' the Scottish National Anthem

💡 The Scottish national anthem, "Flower of Scotland," is simple and catchy, and the name itself is intriguing.

💡 The anthem is typically sung at rugby games with massive crowds of up to 400,000 people.

💡 Bagpipes are a common instrument in Scottish music, and they add a unique and powerful sound to the anthem.

💡 The anthem talks about standing against someone and sending them homeward, raising questions about who the foe is and delving into Scottish history.

💡 The sense of pride and patriotism displayed by people singing the national anthem is inspiring and enjoyable to witness.

💡 "Flower of Scotland" was composed in the 1960s and first heard publicly in 1967, making it a relatively recent addition to Scottish culture.

💡 It is interesting to note that there is no official national anthem of Scotland, and "Flower of Scotland" has become the de facto anthem.