Lets remove the Norm Smith Curse

[Pates 9,697]

So firstly I’ll say that I’m a Liverpool fan so clearly YNWA has a strong emotional connection to sport for me anyway. But people saying it’s a Liverpool song is the most ridiculous thing I’ve ever heard. I’m living in the UK and we’ve copped it big time from COVID deaths and the impact it’s had on people’s mental health has been really tough. They played YNWA at the Proms last year as a tribute to those who’d suffered and to recognise the front-line workers, and it choked me up big time, hit me like a freight train as I wasn’t expecting it. 

I also remember it was played prior to our match against Essendon that was the tribute to Troy Broadbridge at the request of his family as it was his favourite song. So it has a connection with us already. 

That said, I can understand the calls for it to be something totally different. For something that has a connection to us perhaps “Danny Boy” in memory of Jimmy. Another song that I’ve always thought had a bridging line that would be great for fans to chant is Knights of Cydonia from Muse, it’s always been a rev up song for me. 

“No one’s going to take me alive, the time has come to make things right. You and I must fight for our rights, you and I must fight to survive.”

Not sure it’s very appropriate for any connections to suffering from mental health issues though. 

Edited May 13, 2021 by Pates

[Age 485]

If we keep winning, enter sandman will get as big this one.

go to about 2:30 to not worry about some of the other pre game stuff

 

[Pates 9,697]

1 hour ago, Pates said:

So firstly I’ll say that I’m a Liverpool fan so clearly YNWA has a strong emotional connection to sport for me anyway. But people saying it’s a Liverpool song is the most ridiculous thing I’ve ever heard. I’m living in the UK and we’ve copped it big time from COVID deaths and the impact it’s had on people’s mental health has been really tough. They played YNWA at the Proms last year as a tribute to those who’d suffered and to recognise the front-line workers, and it choked me up big time, hit me like a freight train as I wasn’t expecting it. 

I also remember it was played prior to our match against Essendon that was the tribute to Troy Broadbridge at the request of his family as it was his favourite song. So it has a connection with us already. 

That said, I can understand the calls for it to be something totally different. For something that has a connection to us perhaps “Danny Boy” in memory of Jimmy. Another song that I’ve always thought had a bridging line that would be great for fans to chant is Knights of Cydonia from Muse, it’s always been a rev up song for me. 

“No one’s going to take me alive, the time has come to make things right. You and I must fight for our rights, you and I must fight to survive.”

Not sure it’s very appropriate for any connections to suffering from mental health issues though. 

Go to 5:10 on this clip for what I’m referring to. 

 

[Kick_It_To_Pickett 3,293]

1 hour ago, Pates said:

So firstly I’ll say that I’m a Liverpool fan so clearly YNWA has a strong emotional connection to sport for me anyway. But people saying it’s a Liverpool song is the most ridiculous thing I’ve ever heard. I’m living in the UK and we’ve copped it big time from COVID deaths and the impact it’s had on people’s mental health has been really tough. They played YNWA at the Proms last year as a tribute to those who’d suffered and to recognise the front-line workers, and it choked me up big time, hit me like a freight train as I wasn’t expecting it. 

I also remember it was played prior to our match against Essendon that was the tribute to Troy Broadbridge at the request of his family as it was his favourite song. So it has a connection with us already. 

That said, I can understand the calls for it to be something totally different. For something that has a connection to us perhaps “Danny Boy” in memory of Jimmy. Another song that I’ve always thought had a bridging line that would be great for fans to chant is Knights of Cydonia from Muse, it’s always been a rev up song for me. 

“No one’s going to take me alive, the time has come to make things right. You and I must fight for our rights, you and I must fight to survive.”

Not sure it’s very appropriate for any connections to suffering from mental health issues though. 

There is a a song that featured on a 1992 video Dublin Jim. It is entitled, Dublin Jim. It would mean a whole lot more to Melbourne supporters than YNWA. No one is gonna sing that

[Kev 10,926]

Opened this topic and didn't expect that a song, sung by the faithful, would be the straw that breaks the curse.

I think the curse has broken already, fifty five years, all the 5's later

The MCG missed us. We played last season without touching the hallowed turf. It missed us, and has now given us back the sense of it being a fortress for us.

The curse has lifted or at least lifting.

We will know, either this or the next year. Time for a dominant decade.

That is if you believe in the warm fuzzy's.

Edited May 13, 2021 by kev martin

[Kick_It_To_Pickett 3,293]

On 5/8/2021 at 1:49 PM, fattysback said:

Leaps and Bounds.

Quintessentially Melbourne although think Paul Kelly is a Crow.

Was a Demon when that song was released, switched to the crows 

[Craig Hutchinson 126]

Thank you Pates . I now know the song may not been the right one but it DEFINITELY is not the wrong one .

I loved the Sandman entrance but I love even more the Bell ringing to let us know our players are about to come on the ground .

Sorry if anyone missed the survey that would have liked to contribute .

[Kick_It_To_Pickett 3,293]

1 hour ago, Craig Hutchinson said:

Thank you Pates . I now know the song may not been the right one but it DEFINITELY is not the wrong one .

I loved the Sandman entrance but I love even more the Bell ringing to let us know our players are about to come on the ground .

Sorry if anyone missed the survey that would have liked to contribute .

Support your charitable causes, but stealing another football club’s theme m/entrance song is lame af. It has no relevance to the MFC, no matter how you wish to spin it. You and your mates might sing it, but you won’t get the crowd joining in 

Edited May 13, 2021 by Kick_It_To_Pickett

[Kick_It_To_Pickett 3,293]

Here’s your second song

 

 

[Craig Hutchinson 126]

The curse twist was added for fun and to get attention . We will see if anyone will join me on Sunday . As I say to kids who play football " have fun and have a crack " . I will be doing that before the game .

Go Dees

[Superunknown 4,246]

I think Aenima by Tool might be apt, let's flush the curse down.

[Demon trucker 1,800]

On 5/7/2021 at 5:19 PM, whatwhat say what said:

i'd rather sing something by tism

Which one, but everyone would have to wear a disguise

[Diamond_Jim 12,773]

15 hours ago, Pates said:

That said, I can understand the calls for it to be something totally different. For something that has a connection to us perhaps “Danny Boy” in memory of Jimmy.

there's mileage in this.

First there's no copyright on the tune (big issue)

The lyrics could easily be changed to "O Jimmy Boy the MCG is calling" etc. You could add other greats and eras.

Perhaps even a verse in an Indigenous language

It's relatively easy to sing

While having an Irish connection the original lyrics were written by a London lawyer which fits the MFC suit and tie background.

[Craig Hutchinson 126]

A Diamond idea !

In the future singing WILL be a huge pre game ritual ( like soccer ) . I REALLY hope it is in my life time !!!!!!!!!!

People will come to the G just to hear the singing live like they go to Anfield or Wembley . Sounds like fun .

I LOVE singing the national anthem with 90 000 .

My current order - Grand Old Flag , YWNWA , Danny Boy .

[Sir Why You Little 37,458]

4 minutes ago, Craig Hutchinson said:

A Diamond idea !

In the future singing WILL be a huge pre game ritual ( like soccer ) . I REALLY hope it is in my life time !!!!!!!!!!

People will come to the G just to hear the singing live like they go to Anfield or Wembley . Sounds like fun .

I LOVE singing the national anthem with 90 000 .

My current order - Grand Old Flag , YWNWA , Danny Boy .

Advance Australia Fair is a disgraceful song. Do some research on how it was written and by whom…

[Craig Hutchinson 126]

Feel free to debate that topic with someone else LITTLE one . Some people , especially if they have a bias , dig deep to find fault . I have NO disgrace for my country when I sing it , the COMPLETE opposite .

If I was a moderator I would give you a warning . 

As a 2 spot contributor can I give him a warning ( a joke ) ,

[Craig Hutchinson 126]

Saw that whatwhat say what liked you comment . Say What ?

[Sir Why You Little 37,458]

1 minute ago, Craig Hutchinson said:

Feel free to debate that topic with someone else LITTLE one . Some people , especially if they have a bias , dig deep to find fault . I have NO disgrace for my country when I sing it , the COMPLETE opposite .

If I was a moderator I would give you a warning . 

As a 2 spot contributor can I give him a warning ( a joke ) ,

You are a new Troll now go away. 
you obviously haven’t read the history of that song, that I refuse to sing

Be off with you 

[Kev 10,926]

Will the song be natural voice of the crowd or will it be led by sound through the loud speaker system? 

The open sparse areas of the G's seating, may not resonate a strong sound.

@Craig Hutchinson

Gee, the thread took a quick fall to the gutter.

Be friendly, everyone has a right to an opposite opinion.

 

Edited May 14, 2021 by kev martin

[Craig Hutchinson 126]

My unnatural voice will be leading the way Kev . Have printed 300 pamphlets with the words on the back . I will say hello to a few people at the Punt Rd end . I will be wearing the Cat suit Little One .

[Craig Hutchinson 126]

Noone other than the Little One will know what I mean by Cat suit . LO wrote me a PERSONAL message which I unfortunately have to forward for clarity .

" You are one weird cat . Stay out of my conversations or I will tear you apart .

You have been warned . "

You might be 10 feet tall Littleone but I have been warned many times . It is not the size of the dog in the fight , it is the size of the willingness to fight . 

[Kev 10,926]

C'mon,  pull back from those veiled and open threats. You are both fiesty individuals.  

"Walk away", it will be better for yourselves, the resultant mental stress and for what the song, "you will never walk alone" is meant to reflect.

It is also uncomfortable and a little embarrassing for the browsers to witness.

Conflict doesn't have to arise because we have differences. 

Make some peace within, share that with the community.

I hope you are both OK. 

@Sir Why You Little   @Craig Hutchinson

Edited May 14, 2021 by kev martin

[BDA 23,048]

2 hours ago, Sir Why You Little said:

Advance Australia Fair is a disgraceful song. Do some research on how it was written and by whom…

It's doesn't inspire like La Marseillaise or Fratelli d'Italia. Bit of a damp squib actually.

I don;t know the history of it but i imagine your comment might has something to do with our colonial past

[Sir Why You Little 37,458]

2 minutes ago, Better days ahead said:

It's doesn't inspire like La Marseillaise or Fratelli d'Italia. Bit of a damp squib actually.

I don;t know the history of it but i imagine your comment might has something to do with our colonial past

Yes you are correct 

[Sir Why You Little 37,458]

32 minutes ago, Craig Hutchinson said:

Noone other than the Little One will know what I mean by Cat suit . LO wrote me a PERSONAL message which I unfortunately have to forward for clarity .

" You are one weird cat . Stay out of my conversations or I will tear you apart .

You have been warned . "

You might be 10 feet tall Littleone but I have been warned many times . It is not the size of the dog in the fight , it is the size of the willingness to fight . 

Seen ‘em come and go on here

You are just another one. If you are prepared to make a PM public then you are even less intelligent than i thought. 
But i am not responsible for that. 
You did it

As I said keep a wide birth