June 18th 2024.
The recent success of Jude Bellingham on the football field has sparked a resurgence of Beatles fever. It seems that every major sporting event needs an unofficial anthem, and it looks like the iconic band will be providing the soundtrack for the upcoming Euros in 2024. Their hit song "Hey Jude" has skyrocketed up the charts after Bellingham's outstanding performance, securing a win for England against Serbia just days ago.
Fans at the match in Germany were so ecstatic about Bellingham's winning header that they burst into an impromptu rendition of the 56-year-old song. Even politicians have joined in on the excitement, urging fans to sing "Hey Jude" instead of the controversial and war-related chant "Ten German Bombers" which has upset the locals. Rishi Sunak, one of England's political figures, shared his support for the team and their new unofficial anthem, saying "We want more goals and more singing of Hey Jude."
The impact of Bellingham's performance and the newfound love for "Hey Jude" can also be seen in the music world. Spotify has reported a 19% increase in streaming numbers overnight, and it's expected to continue to rise as the Euros 2024 continues. But it's not just the charts and streaming numbers that have been affected by this Beatles revival. During a discussion about the win, even the current Prime Minister, a football fan himself, chimed in with his support for the song and its message. He stated, "It's great to see England get our Euros campaign off to a winning start, and the whole country is behind them to go all the way. And when it comes to chants, I agree with Gareth Southgate's stance on the matter."
Despite the upcoming election, even the leader of the opposition, Keir Starmer, agreed with Sunak's statement, showing that sports truly have a unifying power. He commented, "What better way to celebrate our new wonderkid Bellingham than belting out the classic Hey Jude? Our songs should be about supporting the players on the field, not anything else."
Bellingham himself was both surprised and honored to hear the Gelsenkirchen crowd singing his name and chanting "Hey Jude." He even revealed that he is a fan of the Beatles, stating, "I like the Beatles, I listen to them a lot. My taste in music is a bit old-fashioned, so that song is right up my alley." The 20-year-old player also shared his appreciation for playing in front of the England fans, as it's a different experience from playing abroad. He added, "They give me a lot of love and appreciation, and I try to give that back with my performances and energy on the pitch."
It's no surprise that "Hey Jude" has become such a hit once again. After all, it was the Beatles' song that spent the longest time on the charts, reaching number one on September 28th, 1968 and remaining there for an impressive 19 weeks. As the excitement and support for Bellingham and the England team continues to grow, it's clear that this song will remain a beloved anthem for years to come.
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