A new report from WrestleVotes has shed light on the recent trend of WWE Superstars reverting to their older, often more popular, entrance themes. According to the report, which was released this morning, “several superstars have been requesting music changes for some time now,” and the company has begun to grant some of these requests, as was evident on the most recent episode of Friday Night SmackDown. The report specifically names Sheamus and Drew McIntyre as two of the “outspoken names” who have been pushing for a change, a sentiment that has been echoed by fans on social media for months.
“As seen & heard on tonight’s SmackDown, a few superstars reverted back to their original entrance themes,” the WrestleVotes report stated. “Source indicate several superstars have been requesting music changes for some time now, including outspoken names such as Sheamus & Drew McIntyre. Time will tell if all those requests are eventually granted.”
The move is seen as a positive one by many fans, who often have a strong nostalgic connection to the theme music that was used during a wrestler’s most popular or successful periods. On the most recent episode of SmackDown, Shinsuke Nakamura notably returned to his highly popular “The Rising Sun” theme, a change that was met with a massive ovation from the live crowd.
NAKAMURA ANSWERS THE US OPEN CHALLENGE
AND HE'S GOT HIS OLD THEME SONG BACK ❤️#SmackDown pic.twitter.com/4GGUnqFgKp
— The Movement – Pro Wrestling (@TheMovementXx) October 10, 2025
Entrance music is a fundamental part of a professional wrestler’s identity. A great theme song can help to define a character, connect with the audience, and create an immediate sense of excitement in an arena. Iconic themes like “Stone Cold” Steve Austin’s glass shatter, The Undertaker’s ominous gong, and Hulk Hogan’s “Real American” are as integral to their characters as any of their signature moves or catchphrases.
As seen & heard on tonight’s SmackDown, a few superstars reverted back to their original entrance themes. Source indicate several superstars have been requesting music changes for some time now, including outspoken names such as Sheamus & Drew McIntyre. Time will tell if all…
— WrestleVotes (@WrestleVotes) October 10, 2025
