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The Urban Pitch Podcast: Why Is It So Difficult to Make a Good World Cup Anthem?
TL;DR
The latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast discusses the challenges of creating a memorable World Cup anthem, highlighting the history of World Cup music since 1990. Despite some successful songs, many anthems fail to resonate with fans over time.
The Urban Pitch Podcast: Why Is It So Difficult to Make a Good World Cup Anthem?
On the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast, the crew dives into the history of World Cup music, and attempts to explain why itâs so hard to make a catchy anthem that lasts the test of time.
Music to accompany the World Cup is nothing new. Since 1990, FIFA has commissioned at least one song to become the official anthem of the worldâs biggest sporting event, but the earliest instances of fan-created World Cup songs go back even further. And while there have been a few hits, the duds are overwhelmingly more common, especially since FIFA entered the game in an official capacity.
So why is it so difficult to make a World Cup anthem? Thatâs what the crew explores in the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast!
You can watch the full episode on YouTube, or listen to the audio on streaming services including Apple and Spotify.
Q&A
What are the reasons behind the difficulty in creating a successful World Cup anthem?
Creating a successful World Cup anthem is challenging due to the high expectations for catchiness, cultural relevance, and the pressure of competing with past hits.
How has FIFA influenced the production of World Cup anthems since 1990?
Since 1990, FIFA's official involvement in commissioning anthems has led to a mix of memorable hits and numerous less successful songs, impacting the overall quality of World Cup music.