Xhamadani Vija Vija Lyrics English Translation by Shemi Iliret is a powerful modern take on a beloved Albanian folk anthem that celebrates national pride, unity, and cultural heritage. Originally gaining traction over a decade ago, Shemi ILIRET’s emotive vocals and updated arrangement brought the song to new generations while preserving the traditional rhythmic essence of Albanian music. The “xhamadan” (a striped traditional vest) serves as a unifying symbol, connecting Albanians from Kosovo to Albania through shared identity and history.
The song’s memorable refrain—”Xhamadani vija vija, asht Kosova o asht Shqipnia…” reinforces this deep regional bond and national pride. The track has remained a cultural mainstay. It continues to resonate at patriotic events, festivals, and family gatherings, standing as a vibrant expression of Albanian unity and tradition.
Xhamadani Vija Vija Lyrics English Translation - Shemi Iliret
Kam Një Lot M’pikon Si Ar
I have a tear that falls like gold
Se Nder Shekuj Jam Shqiptar
For through the centuries, I am Albanian
E Kur Malet Mi Mloj Bora
And when the mountains are covered with snow
Për Atdhe Kangës Ja Mora
For the homeland, I took up the song
Xhamadani Vija Vija
The striped xhamadan
Asht Kosova O Asht Shqipnia
Is it Kosovo or is it Albania
Rreh Si Zemër Çiftelia
It beats like a heart, the çifteli
Oh, Sa E Madhe Asht Shqipnia
Oh, how great is Albania
Asht Një Qiell Që Na Bashkon
There is one sky that unites us
E Një Diell Që Na Burrnon
And one sun that makes us grow
Asht Një Gjuhë Që Flasim Tanë
There is one language we all speak
E Nji Tokë Që Th’rrasim Nanë
And one land we call mother
Xhamadani Vija Vija
The striped xhamadan
Asht Kosova O Asht Shqipnia
Is it Kosovo or is it Albania
Rreh Si Zemër Çiftelia
It beats like a heart, the çifteli
Oh, Sa E Madhe Asht Shqipnia
Oh, how great is Albania
Rrugës Sime Për Shqipni
On my journey to Albania
M’ka Përcjell Një Drin I Zi
The Black Drin has guided me
Dhe U Nisa Për Me Ardhë
And I set out to arrive
Por Si Vala E Drinit t’Bardhë
But like the wave of the White Drin
Por Si Vala E Drinit t’Bardhë
But like the wave of the White Drin
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Song Credits
| Song: | Xhamadani Vija Vija |
| Movie/Album: | Shemi Iliret |
| Music: | Shemi Iliret |
| Label: | Shemi Iliret |
