Florida Names John Anderson’s “Seminole Wind” as State Anthem
Florida has officially named the song 'Seminole Wind' by country singer John Anderson as its new state anthem.
Orlando Daytona Beach Melbourne, FL, October 27, 2026 —
Florida has officially named “Seminole Wind,” a song by country singer John Anderson, as the state’s new anthem, according to the information provided.
The announcement identifies the song and its performer but does not specify when the designation was made or which state body formally approved it. It also does not describe the process used to select the song, provide a reason for the choice or say whether the designation changes the status of any previous state anthem.
No statement from Anderson or Florida officials was included in the information available. The announcement also does not provide details about how or where the anthem will be used. Those details remain unspecified, so the designation is the only reported action at this time.
The song’s naming gives Florida a state anthem associated with Anderson, but the available information does not offer further context about the song’s history or its connection to the state. It likewise does not identify any related ceremony, implementation timeline or additional official steps.
Further reporting would be needed to establish the date and formal approval details, as well as any explanation from state officials about the selection. For now, the confirmed information is limited to Florida officially naming “Seminole Wind” by John Anderson as its new state anthem.
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