Scottish postman, Nick Morgan, has taken the internet by storm with his viral Euros hit, “No Scotland No Party.” The catchy anthem, sung to the tune of a popular Argentine song dedicated to football legend Diego Maradona, has garnered attention from fans in Argentina and Scotland alike.
Nick, a Kilmarnock fan, initially got the idea for the song after watching a video of Maradona’s tribute following his passing in 2020. The original track, titled “La mano de Dios” or “The Hand of God,” was released in 2001 as a tribute to Maradona’s iconic handball goal against England in the 1986 World Cup quarter-final. While the song was well-known in Argentina, it was relatively unknown in Scotland until Nick’s version gained popularity.
The track pays homage to Argentina while highlighting Scotland’s historic successes and failures in major tournaments. Nick references star players like John McGinn and Andy Robertson, acknowledging the nation’s pessimistic excitement after multiple failed attempts to advance past the group stages.
Since its release in May, the song has gained widespread support, not only from Scottish fans but also from supporters in Argentina. Nick has been delivering acoustic performances of the anthem at local schools in preparation for Euro 2024, where it is set to become the unofficial theme song for Scottish fans.
Despite the overwhelming response to his song, Nick remains focused on his work as a postman and musician. He hopes for longevity with the track, aiming for it to become synonymous with Scottish football matches in the future, much like previous anthems from past World Cup campaigns.
As Scotland gears up to face hosts Germany in their Euro 2024 opener, fans are eagerly anticipating the impact of “No Scotland No Party” on the tournament. With its infectious melody and patriotic lyrics, the song has captured the hearts of fans on both sides of the globe, cementing Nick Morgan’s status as a musical sensation in the football community.