Illini War Chant

[MarthaStout0202]

Still miss The Chief!

[Shrimpgoldfish]

Yeah, came here from FSU too. This shit's nice.

[supernoob6]

Being back The Chief!

[rommel1011]

iLL-iNi

[nolarin]

So goddamn cool.

[mednaz2]

@kdawg7736 still used on every 3rd down of the opposing team

[kdawg7736]

Did they retire this with Illiniwek or is it still used?

[alexalex1105]

this one and fsu's dont even sound the same

[xrayme9]

This song is WAY BETTER THAN FSU's.....the drums in the illini war chant make you want to stop the other team on a 3rd and inches. ONE WORD......ELECTRIFYING! !!!

[halieccboo]

CHIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII­EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE­EEEEEEEFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF­FFF

[stevemeinecke]

i cry every time i hear this it hurts so bad we still love chief Illiniwek

[IlliniCubs1060]

INI

[latinballa312]

I-----L-----L

[firehead421]

Ok, for all of the FSU people out there, this is a completely different song than your war chant. Our's is a version of the theme to "Pow Wow the Indian boy", a cartoon from the early half of the 20th century, your's in the Tomahawk chop. And ours is more methodical because Illinois fans have "Oskee Wow Wow" to go crazy to while it's being played. 

[BlueVette1980]

Sweet music to my ears. I love you, My Alma Mater!!

[SOONERman401]

This florida states chant all day everyday

[CollegeFootballRanks]

@SOONERman401 This war chant came long before Florida States chant. Only true football fans would know that. Go do the dishes you know nothing.

[ArtofDaggering]

Lookin like a good year boys

[MIXEDUPTHROWNTOGETHR]

Both are cool, but I like FSU's better. Its just seems more energized you know? This is good for an entrance though.

[theit57]

now if only they could put this and FSU's war chant together. . .

[TiffMJCobain]

That gave me chills. Love it.

[icommentonurstuff]

i hate the NCAA. they tell the Native Americans what they should be offended by instead of asking them if they're offended by it

[ChelseaSworldd]

I'm half Cherokee (half is better than none).. And I love this one! My high school plays the tomahawk chop... And there's never been a problem, and we are the "Braves".

[dragon3600000]

Im cherokee and I like Chief Illiniwek. Once again, its the "White men" at the top of the NCAA telling us what we can and cant do

[pjsmoov72]

The first time I ever heard the Illini Warchant. I'm an FSU fan & I think both versions sound real good. Great song to welcome the competition to your home.

[GhostofKeene]

@pjsmoov72 Thank you. Somebody gets it. FSU and Illinois have different versions of similar songs, but that doesn't mean it has to turn into a p---ing contest as to which is better, as some might seem to prefer making it. I like the Illini War Chant's methodical pace and drive. I like the FSU War Chant's intensity and passion, especially with the massive crowd involvement.

[pjsmoov72]

@GhostofKeene Absolutely bro, no problem. They are both excellent songs. I FINALLY had the honor of going to my first FSU home game back in November '10. The WARCHANT was even more impressive & louder in person. Loved being part of the pre game tradition. I hear it on Saturdays on T.V. but let me tell you, IT AIN'T THE SAME. I'm sure you can agree. I'll be definitely going back for more home games, even if I do live in Va.

[18babbfan]

@GhostofKeene Couldn't have put it better myself. BOTH have those qualities that make them what they are, and make them such a treat to hear.

[emtcowboy1968]

@GhostofKeene I agree, I am a FSU fan and this war chant is awesome !!! Maybe FSU and Illinois will play oneday. would be cool to hear both on the same field

[kittykat123123100]

@GhostofKeene no its just mean that your copy cats and that we are better so whateves i got my eyes on your team but not al much as min -.-

[DoItYouWont100]

@kittykat123123100

And what exactly did we copy?

[kittykat123123100]

@DoItYouWont100 just never mind.....theifs

[IlliniDVargo]

@kittykat123123100 Realize you were wrong? :)

[DoItYouWont100]

@kittykat123123100

No, bullshit. If you have the balls to accuse an entire institution of thievery, then have the balls to stand up, own your accusation and provide EVIDENCE to your claims.

[kittykat123123100]

@DoItYouWont100 ok i didnt want to start a fight but you asked so heres a few reasons, the indian same as fsu, the song slowed down and soft, the colors

[Dncr91100]

@kittykat123123100 Chief Illiniwek came before Florida State's Chief Osecola I believe. This song, as established, came before the Florida State War Chant, and lastly, Illinois and Florida State have completely different colors.

[DoItYouWont100]

@Dncr91100

Not to mention the fact that they are based off of two separate tribes. The FSU mascot from the Seminole tribe Chief Illiniwek from the Lakota tribe.

[DoItYouWont100]

@kittykat123123100

Although the songs are a bit similar, the key points are performed at two different pitches and the intros are completely different. Nice try though. :)

[Aris262]

@pjsmoov72 I agree, They are both wonderful songs.

[crunkcymbals09]

Florida State sounds better in my opinion.

[llperks]

You know. This whole racist thing when it comes to mascots is rediculous. Guess what? Most Native American Mascots actaully HONOR YOUR TRADITIONS and put them on a massive stage for all to see. Now, obviously I can see where the Redskins and the Braves may be on the dark side of that conversation, but seriously, Native Americans are barely talked about and are almost entirely ignored! Do you really want to remove all the majesty of your people from the public eye? Think!

[fozngrace]

this racist! Until Illinois gets they good tune back... YOU ARE RACIST

[Reruro]

This is bar none the best version of the War Chant I've found this far, where'd you get the audio?! :D

[andregomesnf]

I'm from Brazil, and I miss going to Fighting Illini games

[gunnerandferg]

did they have to get rid of the cheif??i mean comon

[andregomesnf]

@gunnerandferg Some people found it offensive. They thought it was some sort of discrimination. Too bad!

[816hondarider]

where and how did you get the song? I cant find it anywhere

nice video by the way go illini!!

[DiddyKong296]

fucking sick, always loved this one

[passworkful]

ALWAYS GIVES ME CHILLS

[passworkful]

I-L-L I-N-I

[kclove121]

Gives me chills :)

Gotta love it!

[Rockmangoes]

Gotta respect tradition,however go buckeyes and the big ten