Min Al Rimal From the Sands Dubai City Anthem 2025

Now Available

Dubai City Anthem [Global Edition]

The full official release of "Min Al Rimal (From the Sands) – Dubai City Anthem" is now available. Experience the complete tribute to the spirit of Dubai—a celebration of unity, resilience, and the collective dream that transformed golden sands into a global icon.

Released December 2nd, 2025

The Story Behind "Min Al Rimal"

This anthem is more than a song. It is my testimony and a small thank-you to the People of Determination and to everyone helping build this incredible city of Dubai.

It is dedicated to those who fall down 77 times yet still choose to stand up, fight for their dreams, and keep going. To every hand that worked with sweat, skill, vision and hope—whether you laid bricks, drew plans, closed deals, drove, served, cleaned, designed or led—you are the People of Dubai. This is our song.

Dubai stands as a living testimony of collective contribution, unity in diversity, and visionary leadership with effective governance. Starting my career as a Land and Development Consultant, I had the privilege of watching ideas turn into roads, communities, skylines and opportunities.

After 10 years battling a serious health condition and a recent diagnosis of invasive carcinoma, I reached my lowest point—and that is when this song found me. In creating it, the song healed my mind, replaced fear with faith in a strong comeback, and reminded me that time is sacred: tomorrow is not promised, but today, together, we can build the future in a meaningful way.

Built on Wisdom, Grace & Unity

"Min Al Rimal" honors the founding wisdom entrusted to our leaders—wisdom that became our foundation: faith woven with purpose, humility paired with boldness, unity forged into action.

"The livelihood is from God, the money is God's, the land is God's, the grace is God's. And those who come to us are welcome."

— Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan

"The real wealth of a nation is its people. Build them, and you build the nation."

— Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum

"We do not wait for the future; we create it."

— Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum

As long as we remain true to that wisdom—to grace and to unity—may God continue to bless this land and its people.

Why This Anthem Matters

"Min Al Rimal" is more than music—it's a catalyst for cultural renewal, social cohesion, and shared hope. This anthem serves seven strategic purposes that strengthen Dubai's identity and community.

Cultural Identity

Re-centers Dubai's founding values of openness, hospitality, and excellence through a modern anthem

Expat Confidence

Signals long-term stability and openness to global talent and residents

Social Cohesion

Reinforces unity across 200+ nationalities, tying prosperity to ethics and grace

Nation Brand

Enhances Dubai's image as a welcoming, visionary destination

Investment Sentiment

Strengthens perception of Dubai as a stable, values-driven business hub

Youth & Civic Memory

Embeds founding wisdom into a memorable bilingual song for future generations

Hope & Resilience

Models perseverance—from the sands to the skyline—supporting community wellbeing

From the Sands – Lyrics

Arabic Chorus

يا دبي يا عالية

بِنا الحلم من الرمال

رؤية الشيخ في كل أمل

يا أرض الإمكان يا دار الآمال

Transliteration

Ya Dubai, ya 'āliya

Binā al-ḥulm min al-rimāl

Ru'yat al-sheikh fī kulli amal

Yā arḍ al-imkān, yā dār al-āmāl

English Translation

Oh Dubai, oh exalted one

We built the dream from the sand

The Sheikh's vision is in every hope

Oh land of possibility, oh home of hope

Verse 1

Golden sands, where ancient winds would blow,

Whispering tales of the pearls down below.

By the creek, where the wooden dhows would sleep,

A promise that the future leaders would keep.

A father's vision, wise and bold and clear,

Saw more than just the desert, saw a sphere

Of trade and life, a city taking form,

A shelter in the quiet of the storm.

Bridge

It's more than steel and glass against the blue,

It's the heart of millions, shining through.

A melting pot where every soul is welcome,

A symphony of voices, one anthem.

Dedicated to the People of Dubai

This tribute is for the People of Determination and every person who has helped build this city—seen and unseen.

To the workers on the sands, the planners behind the skylines, the drivers, cleaners, servers, designers, entrepreneurs and leaders: your vision, courage and resilience are written into every line of this anthem.

Thank you for your work, your sacrifices, and your faith in the future. This song is dedicated to You and Your team.

Coming Soon

Upcoming Phase 2

Dubai City Anthem – Extended Arabic Edition

Official Release Coming Soon

We are currently exploring strategic partnerships, government endorsements and approvals, access to cultural archive footage, and broader cultural collaborations to support this edition.

UAE Leaders - Vision for the Extended Arabic Edition

Click to expand