In America, football is more than just a game. It’s a way of life. From high school to the pros, football permeates every aspect of our culture. And it’s not just Americans who are obsessed with the sport – around the world, people love to watch and talk about football.
In honor of the sport that we all love, here are 20 songs about football. Some are light-hearted and fun, while others are more serious odes to the game. But all of them capture the passion that people feel for this great game.
Contents
- 1. “Can You Hear Me” by Enrique Iglesias
- 2. “World In Motion” by New Order
- 3. “Waka Waka (This Time For Africa)” by Shakira
- 4. “World At Your Feet” by Embrace
- 5. “The Ball” by James Otto
- 6. “La Copa De La Vida” by Ricky Martin
- 7. “Eat My Goal” by Collapsed Lung
- 8. “Hot Shot Tottenham” by Chas & Dave
- 9. “The Time Of Our Lives” by Il Divo with Toni Braxton
- 10. “Drinkin’ Town With a Football Problem” by Billy Currington
- 11. “Friday Night” by Brantley Gilbert
- 12. “American Spirit” by Thomas Rhett
- 13. “Hips Don’t Lie” by Shakira Featuring Wyclef Jean
- 14. “Woo Hoo” by The 5,6,7,8’s
- 15. “Had Me By Halftime” by Morgan Wallen
- 16. “Three Lions” by David Baddiel, Frank Skinner, and The Lightning Seeds
- 17. “Are You Ready for Some Football” by Hank Williams Jr.
- 18. “Tubthumping” by Chumbawamba
- 19. “Força” by Nelly Furtado
- 20. “Monday Night Football Theme (Heavy Action)” by Champs United
- Final Thoughts
1. “Can You Hear Me” by Enrique Iglesias
“Can You Hear Me” was chosen as the official song of UEFA Euro 2008, an event held in Austria and Switzerland.
Sung by Spanish singer Enrique Iglesias, the song is a total feel-good anthem that gets everyone pumped up for a game. It’s the perfect tune to get you ready for some football action.
2. “World In Motion” by New Order
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New Order is a legendary English rock band, and “World In Motion” is their ode to football. The song was commissioned by the England national team for the 1990 FIFA World Cup, and it ended up becoming a huge hit. It’s an upbeat track that captures the excitement of the game.
3. “Waka Waka (This Time For Africa)” by Shakira
Performed by Colombian singer Shakira, “Waka Waka (This Time For Africa)” was the official song of the 2010 FIFA World Cup. The song is a celebration of African culture and features some great dancing from Shakira. This infectious tune will get you moving and grooving.
4. “World At Your Feet” by Embrace
Next on the list is a song by British alternative rock band Embrace. “World At Your Feet” was released in 2006 as part of the England World Cup Squad’s official song. You can also find it on their This New Day album which was released in the same year.
5. “The Ball” by James Otto
James Otto’s “The Ball” is a more lighthearted take on the game of football. The song was released in 2004 as part of Otto’s Days of Our Lives album. Its an ode to small-town football and the Friday night lights.
6. “La Copa De La Vida” by Ricky Martin
Martin created the song after FIFA requested of him an anthem for the 1998 World Cup in France. It’s also known by its English name, “The Cup of Life.” The song was a huge hit for Martin, topping charts in various countries. You can stream it on all music platforms out there.
7. “Eat My Goal” by Collapsed Lung
Collapsed Lung is an English group from Harlow that is mostly known for their song “Eat My Goal”. The song was released in 1995 and it’s a great pump-up song for any sports fan. This will surely get you hyped up for any match. You can find it on their album Jackpot Goalie
8. “Hot Shot Tottenham” by Chas & Dave
“Hot Shot Tottenham” is a song by Chas & Dave, a British musical duo. The song was released in 1987 and it’s about the English football club Tottenham Hotspur. If you’re a fan of the team, this is a must-have on your playlist.
9. “The Time Of Our Lives” by Il Divo with Toni Braxton
“The Time of Our Lives” is a 2006 FIFA World Cup official song recorded by Il Divo and Toni Braxton. Held in Germany, the 2006 FIFA World Cup was one of the most widely anticipated sporting events ever.
This song captures the spirit of both the game and its fans by urging everyone to forget their troubles and come together to celebrate.
10. “Drinkin’ Town With a Football Problem” by Billy Currington
“Drinkin’ Town with a Football Problem” is an anthem about citizens of a small town who are very enthusiastic about their high school football team.
If you’ve ever been to a Friday night football game in a small town, then you know how important it is to the community. This song captures that feeling perfectly.
11. “Friday Night” by Brantley Gilbert
Next on the list is “Friday Night” by Brantley Gilbert. This song is about a group of friends who love to spend their Friday nights playing football together.
It’s a great song to get pumped up for a game, or just to enjoy with friends. You can listen to this track on all music platforms out there.
12. “American Spirit” by Thomas Rhett
Thomas Rhett’s “American Spirit” is all about the love of the game. This track celebrates everything that football represents, from the camaraderie between teammates to the adrenaline rush of scoring a touchdown. Small-town America comes alive in this song, and it’s sure to get any football fan fired up.
13. “Hips Don’t Lie” by Shakira Featuring Wyclef Jean
Shakira and Wyclef Jean team up for this next track, “Hips Don’t Lie”. Not only did Shakira perform “Hips Don’t Lie/Bamboo” at the closing ceremony of the 2006 FIFA World Cup in Berlin, but she also gave an encore rendition.
It became one of her most iconic songs, and it’s easy to see why. The catchy beat and lyrics make it impossible not to dance along.
14. “Woo Hoo” by The 5,6,7,8’s
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“Woo Hoo” by The 5,6,7,8’s is another great song to get pumped up for a football game. This Japanese rock band brings an edgy energy to their music that is sure to get you fired up. It may not be a traditional football song, but it’s definitely one that will get your blood flowing.
15. “Had Me By Halftime” by Morgan Wallen
This next song is one that will have you feeling like you’re in the middle of a Friday night football game. “Had Me By Halftime” was released in 2018 as part of the If I Know Me album. It’s a high-energy track that talks about a guy who falls for a girl he meets at a football game.
16. “Three Lions” by David Baddiel, Frank Skinner, and The Lightning Seeds
“Three Lions” is a song by English comedians, David Baddiel and Frank Skinner. The rock band the Lightning Seeds also contributed to the song.
It has been referred to as “Football’s Coming Home” because of the lyrics implied in the chorus. You can stream this track on all music platforms out there.
17. “Are You Ready for Some Football” by Hank Williams Jr.
From the ABC Monday Night Football album, “Are You Ready for Some Football” is one of the most popular songs on this list.
Hank Williams Jr.’s voice is so unique and this song will definitely get you pumped up for some football action. It’s the perfect track to listen to when your team is about to take the field.
18. “Tubthumping” by Chumbawamba
Also known as Chumbawamba’s only hit single, “Tubthumping” was released in 1997 and is still a fan favorite to this day.
It’s a song about getting knocked down and getting back up again, which is something we can all relate to. You’ll find yourself singing along to the catchy chorus in no time.
19. “Força” by Nelly Furtado
Nelly Furtado is a Canadian singer who released “Força” in 2004. The song is sung in both English and Portuguese, which makes it even more unique. It’s a motivational track that will get you pumped up for anything life throws your way. You can find it on the album Folklore.
20. “Monday Night Football Theme (Heavy Action)” by Champs United
Wrapping up our list is the Monday Night Football Theme song by Champs United. This electronic track was released in 2013.
The Monday Night Football theme song, also known as “Heavy Action”, is one of the most iconic and well-known songs in all of sports. You can stream this track on all music platforms.
Final Thoughts
We hope you enjoyed our list of 20 songs about football. Football is such a popular sport and there are so many great tracks out there that capture the spirit of the game.
Whether you’re looking for a song to get you pumped up for the big game or one that captures the essence of football culture, we hope you found something on this list!
