Soviet Anthem (in English) (1944)
Paul Robeson. Music: A. V. Aleksandrov. Lyrics: Sergei Mikhalkov
Description: Paul Robeson, the internationally renowned bass-baritone, actor, lawyer, athlete, writer and activist performed this wartime recording of the new Soviet anthem. Barred from benefiting his homeland with his skills because of his forthright criticism of Jim Crow laws, and his praise for Soviet multi-nationalism, Robeson was a frequent and welcome guest in the Soviet Union.