Forward Ozamiz Forward

FORWARD OZAMIZ FORWARD
(Lyrics by Armando S. Adlawan)
(Music by Maria Julieta Reyes Rubin)

I.
By the shores of the occidental sea
Rose a small town, the gem of Panguil Bay.
Called the gateway to the land of promise
Our great forefathers named it Misamis.

II.
The wooded mountains and the fertile plains
Tilled with patience by hands of industry.
Came the progress that led to glorious gains
The port of bounty became Ozamiz City.

Chorus:
Forward Ozamiz forward
Move on, fulfil your destiny
Onward Ozamiz onward
Achieve your place in history.

With Our Lady of the mighty fortress,
Our shield from harm and our shield of peace.
Forward Ozamiz forward
A city of peace and love

III.
The Spanish ships that anchored on the shore
Brought the cross and the faith to rich and poor
Noble leaders stirred by God Almighty
Forever reign peace and prosperity.

IV.
Blood of Subanens runs through our veins.
Mixed with Oriental and Castillian genes
Special people blessed by God Almighty
Forever proud of our gallant ancestry.
(chorus)
Forward Ozamiz forward, a city of peace and love.
Forward Ozamiz

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Mga Ozamiznon mao ni atoang Official Hymn.

Ozamiz City Hymn with lyrics.