Ici c'est Paris Anthem
Ici c'est Paris – a fan anthem, not the official hymn.
Ici c'est Paris is a popular fan anthem of Paris Saint-Germain, but it is not the official club hymn. The official club hymn is 'Allez Paris Saint-Germain', also known as 'Hymne du PSG'. The song 'Ô Ville Lumière' is a separate fan song that was never the club's official anthem.
Quick Facts
- Adoption era
- Early 2000s (popularized by the Supras Auteuil)
Lore & Background
The phrase 'Ici c'est Paris' is one of the club's most iconic mottos. It was popularized and trademarked by the Supras Auteuil, and its origin is directly tied to that group. PSG later incorporated the slogan into their marketing, leading to a legal dispute with the Supras. In 2015, the group reportedly rejected the club's offer of €2,000 for the rights to the slogan, though the dispute details and the date of the agreement (reportedly in 2019, though the exact month is not universally confirmed) are not consistently documented. The agreement allowed the club to continue using the slogan in advertising while fans retained the right to use it freely.
Did You Know?
- 'Ô Ville Lumière' is a separate fan song, not the club's official anthem, and was never used as such from 1977 to the early 1990s.
- The song 'Who Said I Would' by Phil Collins is not the established entrance music for PSG; it has not accompanied the players' entrance onto the field since the 1994-1995 season.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who created the 'Ici c'est Paris' anthem?
Michel Bernholc is solely responsible for composing the music and writing the lyrics that define this iconic song. He crafted the track in the mid-1980s to serve as a permanent voice for the club.
What role does the anthem play at matches?
It acts as the sonic heartbeat of the Parc des Princes, played before every home game to unite supporters. The song transforms the stadium into a unified declaration of pride and identity for the fans.
When was this song adopted by PSG?
The club officially embraced Michel Bernholc's creation during the mid-1980s, establishing it as a tradition decades before its current global recognition. It has remained a constant fixture of matchday rituals ever since.
What is the key message of the anthem?
The song centers on the powerful phrase 'Ici c'est Paris, ici c'est le PSG,' which declares the capital's football sovereignty to the world. This refrain reinforces the unique bond between the city and its team during celebrations and matches.
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