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! !!!
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.
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".
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.
@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.
@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.
@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
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.
@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
@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.
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. :)
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!
Still miss The Chief!
MarthaStout0202 1 month ago
Yeah, came here from FSU too. This shit's nice.
Shrimpgoldfish 2 months ago
Being back The Chief!
supernoob6 2 months ago
iLL-iNi
rommel1011 3 months ago
So goddamn cool.
nolarin 3 months ago
@kdawg7736 still used on every 3rd down of the opposing team
mednaz2 3 months ago
Did they retire this with Illiniwek or is it still used?
kdawg7736 3 months ago
this one and fsu's dont even sound the same
alexalex1105 3 months ago
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! !!!
xrayme9 3 months ago
CHIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF
halieccboo 4 months ago
i cry every time i hear this it hurts so bad we still love chief Illiniwek
stevemeinecke 4 months ago 2
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The only problem with this is that it isn't longer.
RichardsRival3 4 months ago
INI
IlliniCubs1060 4 months ago
I-----L-----L
latinballa312 4 months ago
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.
firehead421 5 months ago
Sweet music to my ears. I love you, My Alma Mater!!
BlueVette1980 5 months ago
This florida states chant all day everyday
SOONERman401 5 months ago
@SOONERman401 This war chant came long before Florida States chant. Only true football fans would know that. Go do the dishes you know nothing.
CollegeFootballRanks 4 months ago
Lookin like a good year boys
ArtofDaggering 5 months ago
Both are cool, but I like FSU's better. Its just seems more energized you know? This is good for an entrance though.
MIXEDUPTHROWNTOGETHR 6 months ago
now if only they could put this and FSU's war chant together. . .
theit57 6 months ago
That gave me chills. Love it.
TiffMJCobain 6 months ago
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
icommentonurstuff 6 months ago
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".
ChelseaSworldd 7 months ago
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
dragon3600000 7 months ago
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.
pjsmoov72 7 months ago 12
@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.
GhostofKeene 7 months ago 9
@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.
pjsmoov72 7 months ago
@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.
18babbfan 6 months ago
@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
emtcowboy1968 3 months ago
@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 -.-
kittykat123123100 2 months ago
@kittykat123123100
And what exactly did we copy?
DoItYouWont100 1 month ago in playlist Favorite videos
@DoItYouWont100 just never mind.....theifs
kittykat123123100 1 month ago
@kittykat123123100 Realize you were wrong? :)
IlliniDVargo 1 month ago
@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.
DoItYouWont100 1 month ago
@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
kittykat123123100 1 month ago
@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.
Dncr91100 1 month ago
@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 1 month ago in playlist Favorite videos
@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. :)
DoItYouWont100 1 month ago in playlist Favorite videos
@pjsmoov72 I agree, They are both wonderful songs.
Aris262 3 months ago
Florida State sounds better in my opinion.
crunkcymbals09 8 months ago 3
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!
llperks 8 months ago in playlist College Fight Song Playlist
this racist! Until Illinois gets they good tune back... YOU ARE RACIST
fozngrace 9 months ago
This is bar none the best version of the War Chant I've found this far, where'd you get the audio?! :D
Reruro 11 months ago
I'm from Brazil, and I miss going to Fighting Illini games
andregomesnf 1 year ago
did they have to get rid of the cheif??i mean comon
gunnerandferg 1 year ago
@gunnerandferg Some people found it offensive. They thought it was some sort of discrimination. Too bad!
andregomesnf 1 year ago
where and how did you get the song? I cant find it anywhere
nice video by the way go illini!!
816hondarider 1 year ago
fucking sick, always loved this one
DiddyKong296 1 year ago
ALWAYS GIVES ME CHILLS
passworkful 1 year ago 14
I-L-L I-N-I
passworkful 1 year ago 2
Gives me chills :)
Gotta love it!
kclove121 1 year ago
Gotta respect tradition,however go buckeyes and the big ten
Rockmangoes 1 year ago