The Minnesota State Hymn Explained

The Minnesota State Hymn should not be confused with Hail! Minnesota.

The Minnesota State Hymm is the institutional anthem of the Minnesota State University, Mankato. It is played at all graduation and official ceremonies. It was written by Richard Robbins and Roger Sheffer.

Lyrics

Minnesota State, we hail; Hail the purple and the goldAll alumni, old and new, take you with them when they go.From the hilltop, from the prairieWhere the river bends to lead themWe are walking proud and strong, Minnesota State on and on.

Racha Macha, MSU, now and always we'll be trueIn the classroom, on the mall, by the fountain, spring or fallIn the cities, in their towers, in the nations far from home.Minnesota State we hail to you.Purple and gold we're ever true.^[1]

Notes and References

1. Web site: Minnesota State University Songs. Minnesota State Alumni. Minnesota State University, Mankato. October 9, 2016.