The L.A. punk legends recorded a version for the film Major League , which became an iconic sports anthem played at ballparks across the U.S.. Cultural Impact
The Troggs • “Wild Thing” • 1966 [Reelin' In The Years Archive] YouTube · ReelinInTheYears66 Wild Thing
Due to a distribution dispute, it remains the only single to ever reach #1 simultaneously for two different companies ( Atco and Fontana ). from to Liz Phair
Beyond the charts, "Wild Thing" has been covered by an eclectic range of performers, from to Liz Phair , Cheap Trick , and Hank Williams Jr. . Its enduring appeal lies in its "raw, primal energy"—a simple two-chord riff that continues to symbolize the untamed spirit of rock 'n' roll. Wild Thing
The L.A. punk legends recorded a version for the film Major League , which became an iconic sports anthem played at ballparks across the U.S.. Cultural Impact
The Troggs • “Wild Thing” • 1966 [Reelin' In The Years Archive] YouTube · ReelinInTheYears66
Due to a distribution dispute, it remains the only single to ever reach #1 simultaneously for two different companies ( Atco and Fontana ).
Beyond the charts, "Wild Thing" has been covered by an eclectic range of performers, from to Liz Phair , Cheap Trick , and Hank Williams Jr. . Its enduring appeal lies in its "raw, primal energy"—a simple two-chord riff that continues to symbolize the untamed spirit of rock 'n' roll.