Sometimes a tradition is born out of an epic entrance.
Other times, a track is used to celebrate the thrill of victory.
Although they have disbanded, it hasn’t changed how much the song is admired.
Throughout many sporting venues, you’ll find this song being played.
As soon as the opening instrumental kicks in, this tune makes listeners feel energized.
Certainly, Dropkick Murphys used their Celtic punk roots well, as the song strongly reflects the genre.
Some of the bigger ones include the Philadelphia Flyers and Notre Dame.
The two major hits from it were “Somebody Told Me” and “Mr.
There is nothing wrong with being optimistic and hoping for the best, especially in sports.
Two of the franchises the song is connected with surely have fans who know about never giving up.
House of Pain broke up after only a few years.
Although they released just three albums,their debut single ensured they would always be remembered.
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Making the tradition a memorable part of their third quarter is the Wisconsin Badgers football team.
As the title states, a song all about hope has become ideal for sports.
In fact, Steve Perry is a Giants fan and has led the crowd in a sing-along before.
This has made him one of the best-selling artists of all time.
One of the most famous crowds known for singing this tune is the Boston Red Sox.
Metallica didn’t just create simple tunes,they made anthems.
One of their biggest is “Enter Sandman,” which features an iconic opening.
This song playing at sporting events is not a strange occurrence.
This was the tune that helped lead them on the field.
It became so well-known,even Metallica themselves took notice of it.
Over the course of his career, Denver released upwards of 300 songs across 33 albums.
With the song released in 1971, this West Virginia tradition quickly came together at the same time.
Generations of fans have heard the song as they have left Yankee Stadium.
Of course, Sinatra is iconic with the “City That Never Sleeps.”
He was as beloved there as the New York Yankees.
That’s why a partnership between the two just made sense.
Generations of fans have heard the song as they have left Yankee Stadium.
The Dodgers, Lakers, Rams, Kings, and Galaxy all use the tune at their stadiums.
It’s even more iconic now that it is associated with the Dodgers' 2024 World Series win.
