The Summer Olympics Soundtrack

As many of you probably already know, the Summer Olympic Games are kicking off next month, and this time they’re happening in Paris. Personally, I’m super pumped about this event—it’s my favorite tournament after the World Cup.You see, music at the Olympics isn’t just there as background emotional filler during the opening and closing ceremonies or for promotional purposes. It’s like the heartbeat that drives everyone, from athletes to fans! Each Olympic Games leaves us with a playlist of really emotional songs that touch our souls and bring back memories of those historic sporting moments.Remember that incredible energy and those motivating lyrics that gave you an unshakable determination to conquer the world?

For me, one of those unforgettable moments was the cute song from Sarah Brightman and José Carreras performing “Amigos Para Siempre” at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics. That song still gets to me today—it speaks volumes about solidarity and friendship on a global scale.Jumping ahead a bit, let’s talk about the 2012 Summer Olympics in London, which I was lucky enough to attend with my best friends. We remember really well how Muse’s epic song “Survival” was the official anthem, pumping my friend full of energy and adrenaline that only a major sports event can deliver.

The three of us were huge Muse fans even before, but with that song in particular, we were trully in love.What’s interesting is that the music at the Summer Olympics isn’t confined to just the opening and closing ceremonies. It’s included into every competition because the olympic comitee knows very well that these songs move people’s hearts and make them feel part of the event. With more than 50 sports happening at the same time across various cities, stadiums, and arenas, the atmosphere is full of energy, expectations and good vibes coming from the attendees. Whether you’re at the main event or chilling in a local café, the vibe is infectious.