Empire of China Anthem (1896-1906; Vocal) - Tune of Li Zhongtang

The Tune of Li Zhongtang (simplified Chinese: 李中堂乐; traditional Chinese: 李中堂樂; pinyin: lǐ zhōng táng yuè) is the first semi-official national song of China, written by Li Hongzhang in 1896 during the Qing Dynasty. It also served as the royal anthem for the dynasty.

Traditional Chinese Lyrics
金殿當頭紫閣重，
仙人掌上玉芙蓉，
太平天子朝天日，
五色雲車駕六龍。

Simplified Chinese Lyrics
金殿当头紫阁重，
仙人掌上玉芙蓉，
太平天子朝天日，
五色云车驾六龙。