I see there’s been some debate today regarding the new anthem. People are arguing over whether it sounds Greek, Mexican, Argentine, or whatever else. I have to admit, my initial reaction was pretty much the same as most people I know. Links started flying around on YouTube—some claiming it’s Argentine, others saying it’s Greek. The truth is somewhere in the middle. 😍
The melody is catchy, there's no denying that. But I also get why people immediately dismissed it as a cheap imitation. After listening to it again following a sleepless night, my conclusion is that all these terrace songs sound similar. Some groups sing a bit faster, others a bit slower. Some people will boycott the song just out of spite because it reminds them of certain stereotypes, while others won't give a damn because the entire supporter scene is basically one giant game of copy and paste!
@spinach called me out for not posting the song intentionally. That isn't true. It wasn't an intentional omission; it just felt stupid to attach a song meant for the stands to the official video. It would have looked unprofessional, wouldn't it? As for what I sent you in the DM, don't take it too seriously. But here it is—this is the specific part that actually works when a hundred or so people start singing together!
Whether it's a copy, an original, or straight-up plagiarism... judge for yourselves:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l8UsEFxeEMEp.s. By the way, nobody responded to the email regarding help. I'll say it again: we need a serious graphic designer who can be available to us for about ten days.