Famous Darts Songs That Get Crowds Roaring
There’s nothing that makes an entrance quite like music, and in the darting world, finding the right tune to get the crowds roaring is all part of the sport. Creating a powerful way to set the scene, showcase style, and get the audience buzzing, famous darts songs are a huge part of every game. Just picture it: dancing lights, an exuberant crowd, a booming soundtrack, and a pro darts player riding the energy all the way to the stage.
Whether you’re new to darts or a life-long fan, the role of music in darts is hard to miss. At the start of each match, players walk out to greet their audience with their chosen song blaring out in the background. While some of these change over time, there are certain walk-on and sing-along songs that everyone should know…
What makes a great Darts walk-on song?
What makes darts' walk-on songs great is that they are truly personal to each player. That said, to hit the bullseye with a track, there are certain key components to famous dart songs that get crowds roaring. First of all, a strong intro is a must for an ‘arena-proof’ song, with a strong hook and instantly recognisable sound. Of course, high-energy songs are fantastic ways to get the crowds on board, while catchy choruses and rhythmic refrains encourage everyone to join in with singing and clapping. Walk-on songs can be fun, dramatic, lively, or even intimidating and are one of the best ways to immediately give a sense of identity and character.
Famous darts walk-on songs
The tradition of darts walk-on songs first started in the late 1970s and early 80s. At the time, big personalities such as English darts player Bobby George became renowned for elaborate entrances, blingy attire, and crowd-capturing walk-on music (Bobby’s was We are the Champions, by Queen). With the rise in popularity of televised darts and more and more players catching onto the importance of performance on and off the dartboard, music has become an integral part of matches. With a mixture of past and present, here are some of the most famous darts songs:
- Phil Taylor: The Power, by Snap!
- Michael van Gerwen: Seven Nation Army, by The White Stripes
- Gary Anderson: Jump Around, by House of Pain
- Eric Bristow: Crazy Crazy Nights, by Kiss
- Luke Littler: Greenlight, by Pitbull ft. Flo Rida and LunchMoney Lewis
- Peter Wright: Don’t Stop the Party, by Pitbull ft. TJR
- Dennis Priestley: Hell Raiser, by The Sweet
- Adrian Lewis: Money for Nothing, by Dire Straits
Crowd singalong classics
Some songs are just too catchy to resist, surpassing the realms of entrance music and becoming an unmissable opportunity for a crowd sing-along. The infectious beats of Don’t Stop the Party by Pitbull (Peter Wright) and Jump Around by House of Pain (Gary Anderson) are instantly engaging. Certain fan favourites always get the crowds singing, including Sweet Caroline by Neil Diamond (Daryl Gurney) and Don’t Look Back in Anger by Oasis (Joe Cullen).
Modern era favourites
In recent years, a poll by Sky Sports revealed that some of the crowd’s favourite walk-on songs include Mr Brightside by The Killers (chosen by Nathan Aspinall), Titanium by Sia and David Guetta (Stephen Bunting), and Zombie by The Cranberries (William O’Connor). Gerwyn Price’s signature song, Ice Ice Baby by Vanilla Ice, always receives a loud reception, as does I Predict a Riot by the Kaiser Chiefs (Luke Humphries). While songs eventually become older, the impact they can have very much stays the same – making it all the more important to choose a song that’ll stand the test of time.
Build a darts night playlist
Whether you’re hosting a darts night at home or are simply looking to pull together your favourite famous darts songs for a hip-busting playlist, there are loads of great songs to choose from. One of the best arrangements has to be to lead with high-energy openers, before moving onto a mid-set singalong, and concluding with big-finish anthems. One thing’s for sure, with so many great songs to choose from courtesy of the darting elite, you’re bound to hit the mark.
Why Lakeside is part of the Darts' music history
At the Lakeside Country Club in Surrey, we have a very proud history of darts that dates all the way back to 1986. The ‘Home of World Darts’, we have showcased prestigious World Darts tournaments for decades and are proud to now host the WDF World Championships. Welcoming some of the world’s finest players and 2,500 guests, this fantastic 10-day event features more than 80 players across several categories and returns this year for another showstopping spectacle, complete with all the brilliant darts and music you could expect!
Book your WDF World Championship tickets
There’s only one way to experience the best famous Dart songs, and that’s to hear them live! If you’re a sports enthusiast, then we invite you to join us for the biggest Darts event of the year, the WDF World Championships at Lakeside. Tickets are selling fast - book today to avoid disappointment.