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Few clubs in English football can match the atmosphere created by Newcastle United supporters.
Whether it's inside the famous Gallowgate End at St James' Park or on away days across the country, the Toon Army are renowned for their passion, noise and unwavering loyalty.
From traditional Geordie folk songs to terrace anthems that have echoed around the stadium for generations, Newcastle fans have built a collection of chants that are instantly recognisable across the footballing world.
Here are the lyrics to some of the most popular Newcastle United football chants, including Blaydon Races, Howay the Lads, Toon Toon, Black and White Army and more.
Blaydon Races
No Newcastle United chant is more closely associated with the club than Blaydon Races.
Written by Geordie songwriter George Ridley in 1862, the song celebrates local culture and has become an unofficial anthem for both the city and the football club.
Often sung before kick-off and during major moments at St James' Park, it remains one of the most treasured songs among Newcastle supporters.
The opening lyrics are:
“I went to Blaydon Races
‘Twas on the 9th of June
Eighteen-hundred and sixty-two
On a summer's afternoon
We took the bus from Balmbras
And she was heavy laden
Away we went along Collingwood Street
That's on the road to Blaydon
Oh, me lads, you should've seen us gannin'
Passing the folks along the road
Just as they were stannin'
All the lads and lasses there
All wi' smilin' faces
Gannin along the Scotswood Road
To see the Blaydon Races.”
The song continues through several more verses and remains a defining part of Newcastle's matchday tradition.
Howay the Lads
Simple, loud and unmistakable, Howay the Lads is one of the most frequently heard chants at St James' Park.
Used to lift the team during key moments, it reflects the bond between supporters and players and can spread across the stadium within seconds.
The lyrics are:
“Howay the Lads,
Howay the Lads,
Howay the Lads,
Howay!“
Despite its simplicity, it remains one of Newcastle's most powerful terrace chants.
Toon Toon, Black and White Army
A staple of both home and away support, Toon Toon, Black and White Army is short, catchy and impossible to ignore once it gets going.
The lyrics are:
“Toon! Toon!
Black and White Army!
Toon! Toon!
Black and White Army!“
It often builds from one corner of the ground before sweeping across the entire stadium.
Who's That Team We Call United?
Dating back several decades, Who's That Team We Call United? is one of Newcastle's traditional terrace songs.
Sung to the tune of God Save Ireland, it celebrates the club's identity and the loyalty of the Toon Army.
The lyrics are:
“Who's that team we call United,
Who's that team we all adore,
Oh, we play in Black and White,
And we all know how to fight,
We'll support you ever more.“
It remains a popular choice during big matches at St James' Park.
When the Mags Go Marching In
Newcastle's take on the classic football anthem When the Saints Go Marching In has become a regular feature on matchdays, especially among travelling supporters.
The lyrics are:
“Oh, when the Mags
Go marching in
Oh, when the Mags go marching in
I want to be in that number
Oh, when the Mags go marching in.“
Its familiar tune makes it easy for the entire stadium to join in.
Who Put the Ball in the Mackems' Net?
One of Newcastle's most famous rivalry chants is aimed at Sunderland, known to Newcastle supporters as the Mackems.
An older version references former defenders Liam O'Brien and Andy O'Brien and goes as follows:
“Who put the ball in the Mackems' net?
O'Brien, O'Brien
Liam O'Brien, Andy O'Brien, any, any O'Brien.“
The chant remains a favourite whenever the Tyne-Wear rivalry comes into focus.
Read the full story of the Mackems chant.
Sandro Tonali
Since arriving at Newcastle United, Sandro Tonali has quickly earned his own terrace anthem.
Sung to the tune of La Bamba, it has become one of the club's most recognisable modern chants and regularly rings around St James' Park.
The family-friendly lyrics are:
“Sandro Tonali,
Sandro Tonali,
He drinks Moretti and eats spaghetti,
Sandro Tonali.“
It reflects the affection Newcastle supporters have quickly developed for the Italian midfielder.
Read the full story of the Tonali chant.
Newcastle player chants
Nick Woltemade chant
Newcastle paid a club-record £65m to bring Woltemade in as Alexander Isak's replacement in the summer of 2025, and fans gave their new striker a song early on. Read the full story of the Woltemade chant.
Nick Woltemade chant lyrics
Woltemade, Woltemade, Ole, Ole, Ole
Anthony Gordon chant
Some fans were sceptical when Gordon arrived from Everton, given his mixed spell there and the fee. His pace and work rate won them over, and the songs followed. Read the full story of the Gordon chant.
Anthony Gordon chant lyrics
Oh Anthony Gordon,
Running down the wing
Oh Anthony Gordon,
The Geordies love to sing!
He's fast, he's skilful,
He'll take you on all day
Oh Anthony Gordon,
He's here to light the way!
Bruno Guimaraes chant
Fans started singing about Bruno after a run of strong performances in 2022. He joined Arsenal in the summer of 2026, but St James' Park still remembers him as a favourite. Read the full story of the Bruno chant.
Bruno Guimaraes chant lyrics
Oh, Bruno's f***ng magic,
He wears a magic hat
He could've signed for Arsenal,
But he said ‘No f**k that',
He wants to play for Eddie,
In the famous black and white,
And when we win the Premier League
We'll sing this song all night
Harvey Barnes chant
It didn't take long for Newcastle fans to start singing Barnes' name, at St James' Park and in the away end. Read the full story of the Barnes chant.
Harvey Barnes chant lyrics
Barnes, Barnes will tear you apart again,
Barnes, Barnes will tear you apart again,
Barnes, Barnes will tear you apart again
Joelinton chant
The lyrics say most of what you need to know, including a nod to his price tag. Read the full story of the Joelinton chant.
Joelinton chant lyrics
He’s Brazilian,
He only cost 40 million,
And we think he’s f***ing brilliant,
It's Joelinton
Jacob Murphy chant
Murphy joined in 2017, but it took until the 2024-25 season for fans to give him a song. Read the full story of the Murphy chant.
Jacob Murphy chant lyrics
I'm your biggest fan, I'll follow you around the country,
Jacob, Jacob Murphy,
I'm your biggest fan, I'll follow you until you love me,
Jacob, Jacob Murphy!
Dan Burn chant
The Burn song started on social media before fans took it into the stands, as a lot of modern chants do. Read the full story of the Burn chant.
Dan Burn chant lyrics
He’s from Blyth,
You’ll never ever beat Dan Burn,
He’s from Blyth,
You’ll never ever beat Dan Burn
Malick Thiaw chant
The Thiaw song was first heard in Brussels, on Newcastle's first European away trip of the 2025-26 season. Read the full story of the Thiaw chant.
Malick Thiaw chant lyrics
Oh na na na na,
Oh na na na na,
Thiaw Malick Thiaw Malick,
Thiaw! Thiaw! Thiaw!
Came from Milano,
To play with Sandro,
And he loves the f***ing Toon
Kieran Trippier chant
A song about one thing: his free-kicks. Read the full story of the Trippier chant.
Kieran Trippier chant lyrics
Kieran Trippier, over the wall
Kieran Trippier, over the wall
Kieran Trippier, over the wall
Kieran Trippier, over the wall
Tino Livramento chant
The Livramento chant began to surface in 2024, and it caught on quickly. Read the full story of the Livramento chant.
Tino Livramento chant lyrics
I found a love, I fell for him fast,
His name is Tino, he's f***ing class,
He loves the Geordies, we love him too,
Livramento is a Mag through and through
Nick Pope chant
Fans came up with the Pope song shortly after he signed. Read the full story of the Pope chant.
Nick Pope chant lyrics
Nick Pope,
In the middle of our goal,
Nick Pope,
In the middle of our goal
Sven Botman chant
The Botman song started going round St James' Park early in the 2023-24 season. Read the full story of the Botman chant.
Sven Botman chant lyrics
Der, der, der, der ,der,
Der, der, der, der, der,
Der, der, der, der, der,
Sven Botman!
Anthony Elanga chant
Fans came up with it soon after Elanga joined because they were excited to have him at St James' Park. Read the full story of the Elanga chant.
Anthony Elanga chant lyrics
When the samba rhythm starts to play,
Dance with me,
Make me sway,
Anthony Elanga down the wing,
Scoring goals,
Makes the Geordies sing
Yoane Wissa chant
A small section of the crowd at St James' Park first sang it when Wissa came off the bench for his debut in December 2025. Read the full story of the Wissa chant.
Yoane Wissa chant lyrics
Na, na, na, na, na, na, na, na, Wissa, Wissa
Na, na, na, na, na, na, na, na, Wissa, Wissa
Na, na, na, na, na, na, na, na, na, na, na, na, na, na, na, na,
Yoane Wissa, Newcastle's number nine
Fabian Schar chant
The fan group Wor Flags, who are behind the displays at St James' Park, first put this one out on social media. Read the full story of the Schar chant.
Fabian Schar chant lyrics
Everyone needs a Fabian Schar,
Everyone needs a Fabian Schar,
Kick it short or kick it far,
His defensive skills are wunderbar,
Oh, oh oh oh ohh Fabian Schar,