Wild Thing Apr 2026

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 song's simplicity made it a perfect canvas for other artists to project their own "wild" energy: Wild Thing

A recently restored 1982 performance was released as a new music video in 2025 to accompany the expanded edition of their album Long After Dark . Due to a distribution dispute, it remains the

Due to a distribution dispute, it remains the only single to ever reach #1 simultaneously for two different companies ( Atco and Fontana ). Due to a distribution dispute

"Wild Thing" is more than just a song; it is a primal blast of garage rock that has defined rebellion and raw energy for over 60 years. Originally written in a matter of minutes by New York songwriter Chip Taylor, the track has transformed from a failed 1965 debut into a global anthem covered by legends like Jimi Hendrix and Tom Petty.