AEW Collision’s Theme Song Is Elton John’s “Saturday Night’s Alright for Fighting”

AEW Collision, a fresh weekly wrestling show by All Elite Wrestling, is set to premiere this Saturday, June 17, at 8 p.m. Eastern on TNT. Exciting news reveals that the show’s theme song will be the timeless Elton John classic from Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, titled “Saturday Night’s Alright for Fighting.” Witness the captivating new opening credits sequence of the show below.

In the realm of televised wrestling today, John’s 1973 song stands out as a tonal anomaly amidst a sea of nu-metal, rap rock, and hip-hop tracks. Unlike many other weekly wrestling shows, AEW Collision consistently starts off with music. None of WWE’s recent shows in the past week featured an opening credits theme sequence. Over the years, WWE’s major three shows have commenced with songs by Slipknot, Poppy, Christian rapper NF, and AC/DC, which are favorites of Vince McMahon. The current theme for WWE NXT is a generic rock instrumental called “Shredder.” AEW’s other shows, Dynamite on Wednesday and Rampage on Friday, feature original theme songs that emphasize their respective titles (“This is Rampage, baby;” “Light the fuse, bring the boom: Dynamite”).

As a wrestling company that has been around for four years, AEW has set itself apart by licensing popular songs for wrestlers’ entrance themes. Each episode showcases various tracks, including Jefferson Starship’s “Jane” for Orange Cassidy, Kansas’ “Carry on Wayward Son” for the Elite, X’s rendition of “Wild Thing” for Jon Moxley, Action Bronson’s “The Chairman’s Intent” for Hook, and many more. The show has frequently welcomed musical guests, with wrestling enthusiast Westside Gunn being among them.

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AEW CEO, general manager, and head of creative, Tony Khan, expressed, “Elton John’s ‘Saturday Night’s Alright for Fighting’ is the perfect choice to kick off the return of Saturday night wrestling to a Turner network after more than 20 years. With its iconic opening guitar riff and nostalgic wrestling energy, it was my top pick to introduce Collision. It serves as the ultimate introduction to the thrilling storylines and intense wrestling action that Collision will bring to fans on TNT every Saturday night!”

Collision, a Saturday night wrestling series, promises the return of several wrestlers who have been on hiatus or recovering from injuries, including Miro, Andrade El Idolo, and notably, CM Punk. Punk, whose entrance theme has been Living Colour’s “Cult of Personality” in AEW, WWE, and UFC, has been absent from wrestling following an injury and a reported backstage altercation in September.

Newsound has reached out to Elton John’s representatives for their comments on the matter.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about wrestling

What is AEW Collision?

AEW Collision is a new weekly wrestling show by All Elite Wrestling that airs on TNT. It brings together talented wrestlers and showcases exciting storylines and hard-hitting wrestling action.

When does AEW Collision premiere?

AEW Collision premieres on Saturday, June 17, at 8 p.m. Eastern on TNT.

What is the theme song for AEW Collision?

The theme song for AEW Collision is Elton John’s classic hit “Saturday Night’s Alright for Fighting” from the album Goodbye Yellow Brick Road.

How does AEW Collision’s theme song differ from other wrestling shows?

In a landscape dominated by nu-metal, rap rock, and hip-hop songs, Elton John’s “Saturday Night’s Alright for Fighting” stands out as a tonal anomaly, bringing a nostalgic and energetic vibe to the show.

Does AEW use licensed songs for wrestlers’ entrance themes?

Yes, AEW differentiates itself by licensing popular songs for wrestlers’ entrance themes. Each episode features a variety of tracks that add to the excitement and character of the wrestlers.

Who are some of the returning wrestlers in AEW Collision?

AEW Collision promises the return of several wrestlers, including Miro, Andrade El Idolo, and the highly anticipated return of CM Punk, who has been away from wrestling due to injury and reported backstage incidents.

Can you watch AEW Collision on other days besides Saturdays?

No, AEW Collision airs exclusively on Saturdays, delivering thrilling wrestling action to fans every Saturday night on TNT.

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