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Last updated 5th Jun 2024
We're just over a week away from Euro 2024 and as the countdown continues, the official song of the competition has now been released along with the music video. The song, called 'Fire', is a huge collaboration between 'I Don't Wanna Wait' band OneRepublic, house DJ group Meduza and Germany singer/songwriter Leony.
Ahead of the song's release, OneRepublic shared a teaser video on Instagram telling their fans: '“FIRE.” UEFA 2024 ANTHEM. OUT TOMORROW.'
Then, on the day the song was released, UEFA shared a promotional video, featuring each of the collaborators, OneRepublic's Ryan Tedder, Meduza and Leony introducing themselves. They wrote: 'IT’S HERE! The official UEFA #EURO2024 song ‘FIRE’ is OUT NOW! 🎶🔥
'But there’s more... Do you want to win TWO tickets to the final in Berlin? Show us what lights your EURO fire!
'👉Post a video of yourself with the EURO 2024 song ‘FIRE’
'👉Tag @euro2024 and #LightYourFire
'…and we might see YOU at the final on 14 July *.
'Listen to ‘FIRE’ now on all major streaming platforms.
'*T&Cs apply. Link in bio. Multiple entries possible.'
The reaction so far has been one of excitement, with many fans commenting with fire emojis and comments such as: 'LOVE THIS! Let’s light our EURO fire together😍🔥', and '🔥❤️🔥❤️'.
Is there a music video for 'Fire'?
A couple of weeks after the song was released, the music video dropped. The video features all of the collaborators along with kids from all over the world playing football. As the video progresses, it shows football matches in stadiums around the world.
The Euros take place in Germany this summer, starting on Friday 14th June, and no doubt you'll be hearing this song quite a bit over the coming months!
Who are OneRepublic?
With lead singer Ryan Tedder, OneRepublic are known for many hits including 'Apologize', 'Stop and Stare', 'Counting Stars', 'Love Runs Out' and 'I Ain't Worried'.
On the day the song was released, Ryan said: "Today is special with the release of 'Fire'. We wrote it for football and music fans everywhere, hoping it will inspire and unite us as we count down to UEFA EURO 2024. The #LightYourFire campaign is an invitation to fans worldwide to join us on this journey."
Who are Meduza?
Meduza are an Italian trio of music producers called Luca de Gregorio, Mattia Vitale and Simone Giani. They are best-known in the UK for their songs 'Piece of Your Heart', 'Paradise' featuring Dermot Kennedy and 'Lose Control' with Becky Hill.
Meduza said: "Now more than ever, the power of music to unite us is undeniable. As huge football fans, we're thrilled to combine our passion for the game with our music for UEFA EURO 2024."
Who is Leony?
Leony is a German singer/songwriter, she has released hit songs ‘Friendships (Lost My Love)’, ‘Remedy’ and ‘Paradise’, boasting more than 100+ million streams.
Speaking about the song, Leony said: "I'm thrilled that FIRE is out! Growing up watching the tournament with my family made me fall in love with football. With this edition coming to my home country Germany, being part of the official tournament song is a dream come true!"
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