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“Everyone knows the song that Millwall fans sing, to the tune of „Sailing”: 'No one likes us/No one likes us/No one likes us/We don't care.' In fact I have always felt that the song is a little melodramatic, and that if anyone should sing it, it is Arsenal. Every Arsenal fan, the youngest and the…” quote by Nick Hornby
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““Everyone knows the song that Millwall fans sing, to the tune of „Sailing”: 'No one likes us/No one likes us/No one likes us/We don't care.' In fact I have always felt that the song is a little melodramatic, and that if anyone should sing it, it is Arsenal. Every Arsenal fan, the youngest and the oldest, is aware that no one likes us, and every day we hear that dislike reiterated.””

Nick Hornby

About This Quote

Fans adopt a chant expressing alienation, using a familiar melody to reinforce group identity and rivalry.

In simple terms: Fans sing a song showing they feel disliked.

Key Takeaway

Recognize how music shapes fan culture.

Themes

sports identity music

Mood

defiant reflective

Type

cultural observational

When to use this quote

  • stadium chants
  • social media memes
  • fan gatherings

Key Concepts

group dynamics rivalry cultural expression

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do fans embrace a negative anthem?
  • How does this affect rival team relations?
A Different Perspective

The chant may perpetuate negativity and hostility.

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