“Stompin’ Tom’s Hockey Song,” also known as “The Hockey Song,” is a beloved Canadian anthem written and performed by Canadian folk musician Stompin’ Tom Connors. Live hockey is a fun time and it’s more than the game for Canadians and hockey fans around the world. The hits, the goals and the fights are exciting but it’s the overall atmosphere of hockey fans coming together that really makes a live game hard to beat. Music like The Hockey Song by Stompin Tom Connors brings smiles to faces and adds to the fun.
Here’s a brief history of the hockey song:
Creation of the Song: Stompin’ Tom Connors wrote “The Hockey Song” in 1973 as a tribute to the sport he loved and to capture the passion and excitement of Canadian hockey. Connors was known for his storytelling style and his ability to capture the essence of Canadian culture in his music.
Recording and Release: “The Hockey Song” was included on Stompin’ Tom’s album “Stompin’ Tom and the Hockey Song” released in 1973. The song quickly became a fan favorite, resonating with Canadians from coast to coast.
Popularity and Cultural Impact: “The Hockey Song” struck a chord with hockey fans and quickly became an unofficial anthem for the sport in Canada. Its catchy chorus, upbeat rhythm, and relatable lyrics about playing and enjoying the game resonated with generations of hockey enthusiasts. The Hockey Song was played at an Ottawa Senators game in 1992 and became a staple at hockey arenas when Leaf coach Pat Burns insisted it be played at Leaf games.
Retiring the Song: In 2008, Stompin’ Tom Connors announced his retirement from performing and made a statement that he would no longer allow his music to be used in commercials or endorsements. As a result, “The Hockey Song” was effectively retired from being performed at NHL games and other hockey events where it had become a staple.
Return to the Ice: In 2013, after Stompin’ Tom’s passing, the Canadian Hockey League (CHL) and Hockey Canada reached an agreement with the Connors family to reintroduce “The Hockey Song” at CHL games. The song returned to the arenas, bringing back the spirit and nostalgia it had always evoked.
Lyrics to The Hockey Song by Stompin Tom Connors
Hello out there, we’re on the air, it’s ‘Hockey Night’ tonight.
Tension grows, the whistle blows, and the puck goes down the ice.
The goalie jumps, and the players bump, and the fans all go insane.
Someone roars, “Bobby Scores!”, at the good ol’ Hockey Game.
OH! The good ol’ Hockey game, is the best game you can name.
And the best game you can name, is the good ol’ Hockey game.
Second Period.
Where players dash, with skates aflash, the home team trails behind.
But they grab the puck, and go bursting up, and they’re down across the line.
They storm the crease, like bumble bees, they travel like a burning flame.
We see them slide, the puck inside, it’s a 1-1 hockey game.
OH! The good ol’ Hockey game, is the best game you can name.
And the best game you can name, is the good ol’ Hockey game.
Third Period. Last game of the playoff too!
Oh take me where, the hockey players, face off down the rink.
And the Stanley Cup, is all filled up, for the champs who win the drink.
Now the final flick, of a hockey stick, and the one gigantic scream.
“The puck is in! The home team wins!”, the good ol’ hockey game.
OH! The good ol’ Hockey game, is the best game you can name.
And the best game you can name, is the good ol’ Hockey game.
Legacy and Enduring Popularity: “The Hockey Song” remains one of Stompin’ Tom Connors’ most famous and enduring compositions. It continues to be played at hockey games, community events, and gatherings across Canada, serving as a testament to the song’s enduring popularity and its place in Canadian hockey culture.
“The Hockey Song” is a cherished piece of Canadian musical heritage, representing the passion and love Canadians have for their national sport. Its infectious energy and relatable lyrics have made it an anthem that brings people together to celebrate the game they adore
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