Mila Rodino, meaning Dear Motherland, has served as the national anthem of Bulgaria since 1964, with lyrics written by Tsvetan Radoslavov in 1885 during the Serbo-Bulgarian War. It is performed at state ceremonies, sporting events and national holidays, where it represents Bulgarian identity and unity. The short, recognisable melody has also spread online through patriotic edits, history videos and sports highlights, keeping it familiar to younger audiences who may first hear it outside an official setting.