So, I’ve been watching UFC for a while now, and one thing that always gets me pumped up is the fighters’ walkout songs. I mean, it’s like their personal soundtrack for stepping into battle, right? With UFC 300 coming up, I thought it’d be fun to dig into some of the tracks that have been used and maybe create a little playlist of my own.
First, I started by looking up what this whole walkout song thing was about. Turns out, every fighter gets to pick a song to play as they walk out to the octagon. This song is supposed to reflect their mood and intentions – pretty cool, huh? I spent a good chunk of my evening just reading about how important these songs are to the fighters and the fans. They really set the stage for the fight!
Researching Online
- I hit up a bunch of MMA forums and fan sites. People were really passionate about their favorite walkout songs. I found tons of opinions and discussions about what makes a good walkout song.
- Then, I checked out some articles specifically about UFC 300. There wasn’t a full list of songs yet, but I got some names like Max Holloway and Alex Pereira, who are known for their epic entrances.
Diving into Specific Fighters
One fighter I was really interested in was Bo Nickal. I remembered hearing his walkout song before, but I couldn’t place it. After some digging, I found out it was “Hand of God” by Jon Bellion. The song is from his 2016 album “The Human Condition.” I listened to the whole album – it’s got a really unique vibe, with tracks like “Maybe IDK” and “The Good in Me.” It totally makes sense why Nickal chose this song; it’s powerful and uplifting. I ended up watching his post-fight video about his training, which is a nice bonus.
Another fighter that caught my attention was Justin Gaethje. I recalled that he used a song called “Fallen Kings” by Tribal Seeds for his walkout at UFC 291. It’s a neo-reggae track, which I thought was an interesting choice. It’s got a good beat, but it’s also kind of mellow, which is different from what you’d expect for a fight walkout. I’m curious to see what he picks for UFC 300.
Compiling the Data
After a few days of this, I had a decent list of songs and a better understanding of why fighters choose certain tracks. It wasn’t just about the music; it was about the message and the energy it brought to the arena. I started putting together a spreadsheet with all the songs I found. I included notes about the crowd’s reaction, the fighter’s performance, and any interesting facts about the song or artist.
Final Thoughts
This whole project turned out to be way more interesting than I initially thought. It wasn’t just about creating a playlist; it was like a deep dive into the culture of UFC and the mindset of the fighters. I’m definitely going to keep an eye out for the official UFC 300 walkout songs when they’re announced. And who knows, maybe I’ll even make my own predictions based on what I’ve learned. This was a fun ride, and it’s got me even more hyped for the fights!
