(English: "It Shall Be! It Shall Be! It Shall Be!") is a prominent Hungarian patriotic and irredentist song that emerged in the aftermath of World War I. It is primarily known for its fervent rejection of the 1920 Treaty of Trianon , which resulted in Hungary losing approximately 72% of its territory and 64% of its population. Historical Context and Origin
: It is frequently performed or played at nationalist rallies and events like the EMI Tábor (Transylvanian Hungarian Youth Camp) as a symbol of national solidarity and shared trauma over the Trianon legacy. (English: "It Shall Be
: The song references magyar virtus (Hungarian virtue or spirit) as the force that will drive the restoration of the nation’s former borders. It is primarily known for its fervent rejection
The song was written during the interwar , a period characterized by intense Hungarian nationalism and a political focus on territorial revision. The song was written during the interwar ,
While its origins are rooted in the 1920s, the song remains a staple in Hungarian nationalist circles and popular culture today:
: Most recently, the melody has been adapted into political parodies, including pro-TISZA (opposition) versions in modern Hungarian politics. "Lesz! Lesz! Lesz!" - Hungarian Irredentist Song
The core message of the song is one of defiance and national rebirth. Key themes include: