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El Pueblo Unido Jamais será Vencido


"El Pueblo Unido Jamás Será Vencido" by Inti Illimani is typically performed in the key of G minor. Written by Sergio Ortega and inspired by the Chilean protest movement against the dictatorship of Augusto Pinochet, the song became an anthem for resistance and social justice. Inti Illimani, a Chilean folk music ensemble formed in 1967, popularized the song with their powerful rendition. The composition features stirring melodies and stirring lyrics that convey the resilience and determination of the people in the face of oppression. "El Pueblo Unido Jamás Será Vencido" has been embraced by social movements worldwide and continues to resonate as a symbol of solidarity and hope for change.