I also have a problem with this song. I can't say I don't like it, but it is too sentimental and seems somewhat unreal.

However there is no doubt it is a popular song and can unleash considerable patriotic sentiment. I've heard grown men sing it with a quavering voice and watched them hug each other as if the song imparted some special meaning or reinforced a special bond. For a while I seemed to hear the song everywhere I went and was always amazed at its popularity.

I recall once proposing (somewhat tongue in cheek) that it would be interesting to debate the question: Has the song I Still Call Australia Home become a folk song or an anthem ?

Maybe my experiences are unique - I'd be interested to hear if anyone else has witnessed these reactions. (Probably the topic for another thread)

Phil (who after thinking about it again, must concur. Yuk!)