EA Sports FC – more recognised as FIFA – has played a huge part in the lives of football fans and gaming fanatics for the last three decades.
The hugely successful and popular video game series went through a transitional period in 2022. EA and FIFA ended their long-term partnership upon the termination of their licensing agreement.
Nonetheless, players from across the globe will always savour the brilliant FIFA songs and backdrops. Some could say it has become part and parcel of their everyday lives.
Whether you are a relative newbie to the game or a seasoned professional who has been about since day one – there is always a series of iconic songs that made playing the game so memorable.
FIFA had a brilliant reputation for its varied backdrops. Whether it was a new up-and-coming artist or an established star, the bangers always made the gaming experience simply euphoric.
Here at SportsLens, we’ve delved into the archives to pinpoint the 20 greatest FIFA songs of all-time.
The 20 Greatest FIFA Songs Of All-Time
20. Fatboy Slim – The Rockafella Skank
If you are young enough to remember the 1990s and a certain Fatboy Slim, you’ll know just how much The Rockafella Skank hit differently.
Norman Quentin Cook is the mastermind behind the hugely successful track which was present on FIFA 99. Not much comes close to scoring a banger with Michael Owen with this song embedded into your brain.
19. Sam Fender – Play God
Sam Fender – who is a die-hard Newcastle United fan – earns his place in FIFA legend with his debut single Play God. If somehow you’ve never heard it, go and do so now.
Those who were accustomed to playing FIFA 19 for hours upon end will no doubt take this superb banger to the grave with them. The song and game go together like peas and carrots.
18. Kings of Leon – Red Morning Light
2004 was a brilliant year. Arsenal went the season unbeaten and Jose Mourinho announced himself to the world by guiding Porto to UEFA Champions League success. Greece also won Euro 2004.
However, the Kings of Leon’s hit Red Morning Light is one of the standout backdrops to the intro to the 2004 edition of FIFA. The American rock band and ‘soccer’ don’t typically go hand-in-hand but this masterpiece was a true exception.
17. Muse – Supermassive Black Hole
If you grew up in the mid 2000s – the chances are that Muse were a big part of your life. The English rock band’s most successful song to date provided a fitting back drop to FIFA 07.
Supermassive Black Hole has actually featured on Twilight and an episode of Black Mirror. However, there’s no taking away how damn cool this banger was on FIFA.
16. Glass Animals – Heat Waves
The younger generation will definitely be familiar with British indie rock band Glass Animals. Their signature hit Heat Waves proved extremely popular on FIFA 21.
It really did make the whole gaming experience that much cooler. To date, the song has over 2 million streams on Spotify. A real slick track that compliments the game perfectly.
15. Moby – Bodyrock
Moby once had a feud with American rapper Eminem which was one of the strangest to ever exist in the entertainment industry.
It didn’t seem to bother Moby too much which was great. His hit Bodyrock really did rock on FIFA 01 and is still one of the most iconic soundtracks of the entire series.
14. Smallpools – Dreaming
Dreaming really did take players into another reality when settling down for a super-sesh on FIFA 14. It was a World Cup year where Brazil’s dreams were crushed. Ironic.
The hit from Smallpools will live long in the memory and rightfully so. The song really was one of the best FIFA soundtracks. It also featured on an episode of Vampire Diaries.
13. Kasabian – L.S.F
Let’s be honest, Kasabian are simply awesome. We won’t go all NME on you but this belter from FIFA 04 is pure quality.
L.S.F. really did enhance the gaming experience and likely kept the younger gamers up way past their bed time. Sorry, not sorry.
12. John Newman – Love Me Again
If you approach a FIFA marathon and you’ve not had the greatest day, Love Me Again will definitely get you pumped up.
The hugely successful hit from John Newman has over 1 billion views on YouTube. EA absolutely pulled a masterstroke by including it on FIFA 14.
11. Oasis – Lyla
Whether you love or loathe the Gallagher brothers, there’s no denying that Lyla is an awe-inspiring banger. Even Robbie Williams would have to admit that.
Playing FIFA 06 with Liam’s raspy lyrics spurring you on where the stuff of dreams. Were Oasis the greatest British band of the 1990s and early 2000s. Definitely.
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10. Avicii – The Nights
The late, great Avicii earns his place in FIFA folklore with his 2014 smasher The Nights. The Swedish DJ really was ahead of his time and EA were more than aware of this.
The soundtrack was included on FIFA 15 and was a real testament to Avicii’s talents. He really appealed to teenagers and those in their early 20’s. Thus making The Nights an absolute must on the gaming series.
9. Tom Grennan – Found What I’ve Been Looking For
The catchy chorus to Tom Grennan’s hit Found What I’ve Been Looking For made a welcome edition to the 2018 edition of FIFA.
Grennan was actually on the books of Luton Town, Northampton and Aston Villa in his youth before turning his attentions to his music career. Strange to think he could have been part of the game as a player.
8. The Kooks – Around Town
The Kooks were a household name for anyone aged around 20 during the mid 2000s. The English pop rock band have had some huge hits over the years – including Around Town.
EA decided to implement the track on FIFA 15 and it did not disappoint. The Kooks may not feature as prominently as they used to but FIFA fanatics will always have fond memories of this hit.
7. Chase & Status – No Problem
It’s not often EA turn their attentions towards drum and bass bangers but they did with Chase & Status’ party tune No Problem for FIFA 12.
One of their most popular hits to date, No Problem really did give gamers the adrenaline hit needed to set the tone for a marathon session of scoring belters with Sergio Aguero. Or Bobby Zamora.
6. The Caesars – Jerk It Out
Admit it, you can’t help but sing this out loud every time it comes on. Which is probably just on FIFA 04. The Caesars hit Jerk It Out is synonymous with the video game series.
Like a few others on the list, Jerk It Out really got the blood pumping. There was no messing about with this playing out loud in the spare bedroom. Very few stood a chance of interrupting your game play. And rightfully so.
5. The Jam – Town Called Malice
It doesn’t matter if you’re a teenager or an old-aged pensioner. Everybody has heard The Jam’s Town Called Malice at least 25 times.
Paul Weller was a master of his craft and the decision makers at EA firmly agreed. This was a hugely popular decision to include on FIFA 04.
4. Stone Roses – Fools Gold
If anyone one song that has ever featured on FIFA defined the terms ‘cool’ and ‘smooth’ then Fools Gold is it. The Stone Roses hit really did get you in the mood for packing in some impressive gaming hours.
Even just listening to the intro it would likely be stuck in your head for the rest of the day/night. It really is one of the most iconic FIFA 04 tracks.
3. The Streets – Fit But You Know It
‘See I reckon you’re about an 8 or a 9’ was broadcast around all areas of society when the Streets released Fit But You Know It in 2004.
The pioneer behind it is huge Birmingham City fan Mike Skinner. It complemented FIFA 2005 so well with it’s mischievous take on a group of lads on holiday. The chugging beat is perfect.
2. New Order – Blue Monday
It’s crazy to think that Blue Monday by New Order is over 40 years old now. Upon it’s release in 1983, it quite literally transformed dance music.
EA adopted the banger in FIFA 05 and it is not out of place one little bit. It really is timeless and has been enjoyed by generations from all walks of life. Scoring a pinger with Damien Duff literally was the pinnacle.
1. Kasabian – Club Foot
The daddy, the ultimate and the best ever FIFA song is Kasabian’s Club Foot. You just can’t not like this track from the English rock band.
It featured on FIFA 13 and in all honesty, it could have been used in every edition of the game after its release in 2004. EA decided good things come to those who wait. Fair play to them.
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