Here Come the Hawks
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"Here Come the Hawks!" is the official fight song
and introduction of the Chicago Blackhawks
. The song was written by J. Swayzee and produced by the Dick Marx
Orchestra and Choir in 1968. It is still played today during the pre-game video. An abbreviated rendition is also played following the end of each period on an organ. During games in November 2008, a video of current players singing the song (rather poorly in most cases) was shown during the second intermission.
Fight song
A fight song is primarily an American and Canadian sports term, referring to a song associated with a team. In both professional and amateur sports, fight songs are a popular way for fans to cheer for their team...
and introduction of the Chicago Blackhawks
Chicago Blackhawks
The Chicago Blackhawks are a professional ice hockey team based in Chicago, Illinois. They are members of the Central Division of the Western Conference of the National Hockey League . They have won four Stanley Cup championships since their founding in 1926, most recently coming in 2009-10...
. The song was written by J. Swayzee and produced by the Dick Marx
Dick Marx
Dick Marx was an American jazz pianist and arranger. He also composed for film, television, and commercials.-Personal:...
Orchestra and Choir in 1968. It is still played today during the pre-game video. An abbreviated rendition is also played following the end of each period on an organ. During games in November 2008, a video of current players singing the song (rather poorly in most cases) was shown during the second intermission.