GoodTo is part of Future plc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. At full time he had to make a call what song to play after 3 Lions' - referencing Frank Skinner and David Baddiel's 1996 hit, which is the team's official song - and he gave Sweet Caroline a second outing. England fans in the fan zone of Trafalgar Square, central London, during the Euro 2020 semi-final between England and Denmark. He later performed the song at her 50th birthday party. Sweet Caroline, a Neil Diamond love song with a history of inspiration and a favourite in sports stadiums, is the surprise hit of Englands successful Euros 2020 campaign. And a song like Sweet Caroline is in no way a surprise because the Diamond appeal is that he doesnt overcomplicate anything. Who'd have believed you'd come along, Hands, touching hands Football journalist Lucas Pereira says the song was solidified as a Villa anthem when played during the Championship playoff semi-final against West Brom a few months later. The Met Office has warned snow will hit the UK at different times over the course of the coming days. It will also be available to stream online on theITV Hub(for viewers in the UK only). From Three Lions to Sweet Caroline, you've probably heard them all in the last few weeks. Simple but emotive phrases like "Good times never felt so good" and "Reaching out, touching me, touching you" are coupled with the anticipatory build-up, leading to a rousing chorus. That all makes it a feelgood communal sing-along - especially after more than a year of lockdowns and social distancing. Renditions ofThree Lions and Sweet Caroline were blared out from the gardens of Clarence House ahead ofEnglands Euro 2020 semi-final clash against Denmark. Sweet Caroline is one such song which rather randomly has become something of an anthem for Aston Villa. The song peaked at number three in the U.S. charts, later reaching number eight in the UK in 1971. As spring became the summer, and spurred on by more than a year of Covid lockdown life, England fans have been belting out Sweet Caroline during the Euro 2020 tournament. How did Sweet Caroline become a favourite among England football fans? Northern Ireland fans singing "Sweet Caroline" (GAWA - Euro 2016 - Lyon) - YouTube 0:00 / 3:15 Northern Ireland fans singing "Sweet Caroline" (GAWA - Euro 2016 - Lyon) Franz Elsass 3.82K. In recent years, the song has been adopted as an unofficial anthem of. I was going to play Vindaloo, but went with my gut. Yet its origin as a sporting anthem appears to be across the Atlantic, where Major League Baseball team the Boston Red Sox lays claim to sparking its popularity. Diamond has said he actually wrote the love song about his then-wife Marcia, but her name didn't fit the tune. However, he had remembered a magazine photo he had seen of Caroline Kennedy, the daughter of John F Kennedy and Jacqueline Kennedy. Ever since Englands last-16 win over Germany at the same venue, the Neil Diamond hit has been belted out by the Three Lions fans at any and every opportunity during their run to the Euro 2020 final. Sweet Caroline has a long association with sport, particularly in the United States. Its a song thats got a lot of nostalgic resonance for many of the people who sing it said Paul Carr, who is professor of popular music analysis at the University of South Wales. He said: 'I couldnt get Marcia into the three-syllable name that I needed, so I had Caroline Kennedys name there from years ago in one of my books.'. 'SWEET CAROLINE' HAS GOT PLENTY OF FANS ALL ACROSS THE BOARD And it is not only that this song has become popular during England's Euro 2020 run to the final, it was played by Arsenal after their 2017 FA Cup semi-final win. AFP 3 There were 45,000 people at Wembley and they were all singing Sweet Caroline England's rivals were finally beaten and the party really started - thanks to the top choice of Wembley DJ. At last years mens Euros, Sweet Caroline soared to prominence after Wembley DJ Tony Parry made the decision to play it after Englands win over Germany, when it went down a storm. Even the German fans were belting it out in the end. But now I, Look at the night and it don't seem so lonely The song could have been given a boost this year by a 2020 campaign that saw a global singalong of the classic - with Neil Diamond fans reaching out from across the world. Indeed enthusiastic sports fans have taken to Twitter to lay claim to the tune, gently mocking England for apparently 'discovering' it only this week. How Three Lions became the definitive England song, inspired Latics supporter Sean Kennedy to change the lyrics, Germany: We are no longer reliant on Russian energy, Ukrainian ministers killed in helicopter crash, City asks Madonna if it can borrow her painting, Mafia boss's second hideout found behind wardrobe, Jeremy Renner TV show poster edited after accident, Heathrow beefs up security over cannabis arrests, Keep cake away from office, says food adviser. Arsenal played it after their 2017 FA Cup semi-final victory, it has been claimed by fans of Aston Villa, and it has often been deployed to rousing effect in other sports from cricket to rugby league and boxing. Football editor Mat Kendrick looks at how the Neil Diamond classic became a Villa anthem, Get Villa transfer latest, team news, match updates and analysis delivered straight to your inbox. For sports fans, its appeal could indicate a misguided love for their team. "The match director said in my in-ear, 'The world's been closed for 18 months let 'em have it'.". A couple of hours later, the song blasted out of the speakers again, and this time the whole squad linked arms and jumped up and down as they joined in the euphoric chorus. Instead, the father-of-four who's been married three times, used the Kennedy's daughter Caroline, then 7, as inspiration after seeing a family photo of her with her pony. If you click on such a link and buy via this link, I get a comission from your purchase. England supporters seem to have adopted the anthem from club football. Look at the night and it dont seem so lonely, The comments below have not been moderated, By When the ball hit the back of the net, she wheeled away in celebration while waving her shirt in the air. After the Euro 2020 last-16 win over Germany, Wembley DJ Tony Parry said he made a judgment call to play Sweet Caroline instead of Fat Les's 1998 World Cup anthem Vindaloo, once the obligatory rendition of 'Three Lions' (It's Coming Home) had concluded. Buy it now. However, in 2014, Neil Diamond told Today (opens in new tab) that the song was also about his wife at the time, Marsha, but he used the name Caroline because he needed a three syllable name for the melody. Oh no, no, Sweet Caroline Sweet Caroline Not to be confused with Sweet Georgia Brown. The song has been played at every England match since. In 2021, Ellie graduated from Cardiff University with a first-class degree in Journalism. SO GOOD. "I felt like we'd beat Germany and lost to Neil Diamond in extra time.". It was then adapted by England fans to the tune of "Vardy's on fire" and remains popular in football celebrations across nations, breaking the language barrier with its effortlessly chantable "na, na" chorus. That very simple sing-along chorus just makes it perfect, and everyone knows it.". There have been a lot of nice messages from England fans, but also from fans of Germany and Denmark after the 'Sweet Caroline' moment, because they all got involved, Mr Perry said. 'He's brilliant,' Keane said. Paul Carr, professor in popular music analysis at the University of South Wales, who wrote a recent article about what makes a great tournament anthem, adds: "It's a song that's got a lot of nostalgic resonance for many of the people who sing it. His song reached number four in the US chart and number eight in the UK, and became a staple of Diamond's live shows. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. The introduction of the song to Wembley as the soundtrack for England's Euro 2020 campaign is down to official stadium DJ Tony Perry. Arsenal played it in 2017 after an FA Cup semi-final win and it is also heard at Aston Villas ground, after originally being played following a first win in weeks. I knew the song, but I have to practice a little more. Sweet Caroline has even threatened to eclipse Three Lions as the England fans' song of choice at the pandemic-delayed tournament. The song blasted through Wembley Stadium during the post-match celebrations, with Chloe Kelly ditching a live interview to join in the singing. All my family are here, my sister, my nephews, everyone. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. But with Sweet Caroline now getting such a huge raucous reaction, news of its popularity has even reached 80-year-old Diamond himself, who told The Telegraph he was "thrilled" at the scenes. Reaching out, touching me, touching you, Sweet Caroline Pausing to listen to the crowd, he said: "Yeah, it's special. In light of renewed interest at Euro 2020, the girl group - now comprising Liz McClarnon, Jenny Frost and Natasha Hamilton - announced on Tuesday that they were releasing the new version. The Boston Red Sox baseball team, for example, play it at every home game a tradition dating back to 1997. England vItalykicks off at 8pm on Sunday, July 11. 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American singer-songwriter Neil Diamond released Sweet Caroline in May 1969 as a single. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. 'The crowd just went berserk,' Mr Perry told Telegraph Sport, recalling the moment he played the song before the match. As football fever grips the country, England fans have been full of song as they cheered on the national team. Three Lions was originally penned as England's official track for Euro 96 by Skinner, fellow comedian David Baddiel and The Lightning Seeds' Ian Broudie, who captured the football-fevered dreams of a host nation starved of success. Condition: Used. Over on ITV, another former England player-turned-pundit, Gary Neville, soaked up the joyful atmosphere in Wembley Stadium and declared: "This is one of the best experiences I think I've had in football.". Whenever one comes across England fans celebrating their national teams win, one pictures them singing Its Coming Home a song officially titled . You can read more about cookie policy in our. Visit our corporate site. ", "I don't know why they think it upsets me. Why is Sweet Caroline sung at football? Villa's players continued their celebrations in the away dressing rooms under the Halfords Lane stand. England Fans and Players Singing Sweet Caroline Together After Reaching The EURO 2020 Final SommitSports 314K subscribers Subscribe 5.3K 510K views 1 year ago England Fans and Players Singing. After England beat Denmark in the semi-final reaching the final of a major tournament for the first time since 1966, where they will play Italy fans at Wembley Stadium in London and the team on the pitch gave a joint rendition. It was intended as Englands football anthem in the build-up to the Euro 96 tournament on home soil. You can change your choices at any time by visiting your privacy controls. And it is not only that this song has become popular during, This website uses cookies to improve your experience. Good times never seemed so good In 2013, the singer pledged all future royalties from the tune to a charity supporting victims of the Boston Marathon bombing. A party that lasted for ages and a party that the claret and blue faithful would have been happy to last forever. How can I hurt when holding you, One, touching one And it is indeed true that the actual USP of the song are the emotive phrases that are simple at the same time. With the womens team hoping to go one further against Sweden at Wembley on Sunday, heres everything you know about how Sweet Caroline became an unlikely football anthem. England triumphed against Germany in the final 16 at Wembley to a chorus of "bah, bah, bah" as fans roared the chorus. Skip to main content . And while fans have hailed her a hero, many have also applauded the Manchester City star for her reaction during a post-match interview with the BBC. Villa won on penalties and Neil Diamond's singalong classic was serenaded through the streets of Birmingham for hours after the final whistle blew. All rights reserved. Neil Diamond's ' Sweet Caroline ' rang out across Wembley as England fans celebrated their team's victory in the Euro 2020 semi-final. Ellie joined Goodto as a Junior Features Writer in 2022 after finishing her Masters in Magazine Journalism at Nottingham Trent University. But it is only with Euro 2020 that it has been adopted by England football fans. Its a song that all fans can enjoy. Anyway, back to The Hawthorns pitch and that post match party on rival territory. Jo Tweedy For Mailonline Met Office announces exact hours snow will hit UK this week. pic.twitter.com/RiKx4A2yZUJuly 31, 2022, Where it began, I can't begin to knowing Neil Diamonds classic rose to prominence last year when the mens team reached the final of their own Euros, where they ultimately suffered penalty heartbreak against Italy. "Sweet Caroline" has a long association with sport, particularly in the United States. During the 2020 tournament, Diamond got behind the English team, telling The Telegraph (opens in new tab) "What a thrill it was to hear everybody singing Sweet Caroline at Wembley. Im too focused on football., Where it began, I cant begin to knowingBut then I know its growing strongWas in the springAnd spring became the summerWhod have believed youd come along, Hands, touching handsReaching out, touching me, touching you, Sweet CarolineGood times never seemed so goodIve been inclinedTo believe they never wouldBut now I, Look at the night and it dont seem so lonelyWe filled it up with only twoAnd when I hurtHurting runs off my shouldersHow can I hurt when holding you, One, touching oneReaching out, touching me, touching you, Sweet CarolineGood times never seemed so goodIve been inclinedTo believe they never wouldOh no, no, Sweet CarolineGood times never seemed so goodSweet CarolineI believe they never couldSweet CarolineGood times never seemed so good. I've been inclined To believe they never would, Look at the night and it don't seem so lonely, Beta V.1.0 - Powered by automated translation. For other inquiries, Contact Us. Something went wrong, please try again later. First of all the crucial win that got Villa back to Wembley and then even more scenes of jubilation. There are certain songs that you go, I completely get why this is being sung en masse said actor Steve Furst, who performs a tribute act to Neil Diamond. ", A third wrote: "Chloe Kelly running off with the mic screaming Sweet Caroline is an absolute vibe. Wembley DJ Tony Perry says he loves the sense of togetherness the song has created, after suffering caused by the coronavirus pandemic. Add to basket. 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