Premier League walk-out songs: Music for every team listed

One of football’s most legendary walkout songs, Gerry and the Pacemakers' rendition of You'll Never Walk Alone became synonymous with Liverpool in the 1960s. Its influence grew so strong that the club officially incorporated its title into their crest as their motto in 1992.

Read more about the You'll Never Walk Alone Liverpool FC chant here.

The Angel – North London Forever has emerged as Arsenal’s go-to anthem in recent years. Although tracks like Lux Aeterna, Fatboy Slim's hits, and Eminem's music have featured in the pre-match buildup at the Emirates, Louis Dunford's tribute to the Gunners has taken center stage since its release in February 2022.

Originally released in 1919 by American musician Ben Selvin, this classic tune found its way into West Ham’s identity between the 1920s and 1940s, cementing itself as one of English football’s most recognizable anthems. At the London Stadium, the song sets the stage for kickoff, accompanied by a spectacle of bubbles drifting across the pitch.

The tradition took hold after former manager Charlie Paynter introduced the song, and it has since become an inseparable part of the club's heritage.

Many clubs across English football have adopted the instrumental track by Jamaican band Harry J Allstars for their pre-match walkouts, but Chelsea proudly claim to be the pioneers, having introduced it at Stamford Bridge back in 1969. Over the years, the tune has echoed through various stadiums, with clubs such as Wycombe Wanderers, West Bromwich Albion, Yeovil Town, and St. Johnstone also making it their own. However, it remains most closely associated with the west London giants.

Scottish composer Craig Armstrong, renowned for his work in modern orchestral music, electronica, and film scores, is the mastermind behind Escape—a track celebrated for its powerful build-up and choral arrangement. The piece gained prominence after being featured in the pilot episode of Dark Angel in 2000 and has since been used in numerous film trailers, including Spider-Man 2 and Daredevil.

Aston Villa have embraced Escape as their walkout anthem, but they aren't alone. Wigan Athletic, the England rugby union team, Leeds Carnegie, and Kent County Cricket Club have also used the track to set the stage before kick-off. Additionally, the BBC incorporated it into their promotional trailer for Euro 2012, further cementing its status as a stirring sports soundtrack.

Tyneside-born musician Mark Knopfler’s instrumental rock piece from his 1983 album Music From Local Hero has been a fixture at St James' Park for years, serving as Newcastle United’s iconic walkout song.

Titled Going Home, the track is the closing theme from the film Local Hero and has earned a special place in English football, particularly among the Magpies' faithful. The moment the saxophone kicks in, it creates an electric atmosphere, sending a wave of anticipation through the stands.

The theme song from the long-running BBC police drama found its way to Goodison Park in the early 1960s, embraced by the blue half of Merseyside. The show was set in a fictional town inspired by the Liverpool suburb of Kirkby, making it a fitting choice for Everton's matchday soundtrack.

An iconic Manchester band provides the soundtrack for one of football’s biggest clubs. This Is the One reverberates around Old Trafford before kickoff, energizing both the players and supporters. Many may not realize that former Manchester United defender Gary Neville played a key role in cementing The Stone Roses' track as the club's official walkout anthem.

Anyone who's been to Selhurst Park knows that the Holmesdale End takes the lead in belting out Glad All Over by The Dave Clark Five before every home match. Over time, the track has become woven into Crystal Palace’s identity, creating an atmosphere that unsettles visiting teams.

The song was first performed at the ground in February 1968 and quickly caught on with the fanbase. Originally a chart-topping hit in 1964, it remains the band's only UK number-one single. Its connection to Palace deepened when the club's 1989/90 squad recorded a cover version during their run to the FA Cup final, further cementing its place in club folklore.

Escala's stirring orchestral piece, released in 2009, has served as Fulham’s pre-match anthem at Craven Cottage for over a decade, setting the tone as the teams emerge onto the pitch.

Paul McCartney & Wings’ chart-topping hit has been a Nottingham Forest staple ever since their triumphant 1977/78 First Division title win. As the teams emerge at the City Ground, supporters belt out a version with modified lyrics, reinforcing the song's deep-rooted connection to the club.

Blue Moon is Manchester City’s most recognizable anthem, echoing through the Etihad as players take to the field. Though originally chanted by Crewe Alexandra supporters, it was only in recent decades that City fans embraced it as their own.

The song, penned by composer Richard Rodgers and lyricist Lorenz Hart, has seen numerous renditions over the years. Versions by Doves, Supra, The Marcels, Sha Na Na, and Beady Eye regularly make the playlist, but when the chorus kicks in, City fans lift their arms and sing with unbridled passion.

John Williams’ powerful orchestral score from Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace has been Tottenham's signature walkout tune since it first blared through White Hart Lane ahead of the 2004 North London derby. The dramatic composition adds to the intensity of matchday as Spurs take to the pitch.

The track has also found favor among multiple fanbases, but at Molineux, it takes on a unique twist. Wolves supporters have made it their own, belting out the reworked lyrics, Hi Ho Wolverhampton, as their team emerges, creating an electric atmosphere in the stands.

A true footballing anthem, instantly recognizable and capable of igniting any crowd. While Brentford’s selection is a strong one, it's far from exclusive to the club. Hey Jude, penned by Paul McCartney and released by The Beatles in August 1968, has stood the test of time.

For the Bees, the song has been deeply embedded in their matchday tradition since the 1970s, thanks to former stadium announcer Peter Gilham, who kick-started the long-standing ritual. Today, it remains a defining part of Brentford's pre-match atmosphere at the Gtech Community Stadium.

William Ward-Higgs' 1907 composition serves as the unofficial anthem for both East and West Sussex and has been an integral part of Brighton's pre-match ritual. Seagulls fans passionately belt out the opening verse and chorus at the Amex Stadium, creating a stirring atmosphere before kickoff.

Bournemouth set the stage at the Vitality Stadium with The White Stripes' iconic anthem, a powerhouse track that signals the arrival of both teams and energizes the home crowd.

Ipswich Town's Premier League pre-match atmosphere is fueled by a dynamic selection of crowd-pleasers, blending Faithless "Insomnia," Arcade Fire's "Wake Up," Clint Mansell's "Lux Aeterna," Kanye West's "All of the Lights," and Blur’s "Song 2" as the teams take to the pitch.

Before kick-off, the Portman Road faithful warm up their voices with rousing renditions of Singing The Blues, Neil Diamond's "Sweet Caroline," and The Beatles’ timeless anthem "Hey Jude."

The Royal Marines Band Service sets the stage at the King Power Stadium with a stirring rendition of the "Post-Horn Galop," a tradition that has been a cornerstone of Leicester City's matchday experience since 1941. The grand, sweeping melody builds anticipation, adding to the spectacle as the teams emerge.

Originally, the tune was a signal used by coachmen on horse-drawn mail coaches in the 18th and 19th centuries to announce deliveries. German cornet virtuoso Hermann Koenig later reworked it into a solo piece with orchestral backing in 1844, and it gained widespread popularity among brass bands throughout the 20th century.