ESPN announced that Shaboozey’s latest single, ‘High Noon,’ featuring rapper Gunna, will serve as the official anthem for the 2026‑27 college football season, continuing a tradition that blends sports with contemporary music.
The track was released at midnight Eastern Time as the lead single from Shaboozey’s concept album *The Outlaw Cherie Lee & Other Western Tales*, a project that weaves western storytelling with modern soundscapes.
A Musical Tradition Takes Center Stage
Maggie Lewin, ESPN’s director of marketing, said the anthem acts as a sonic flag‑waving signal that the college football season is officially underway, underscoring the network’s commitment to cultural relevance.
The partnership follows a 13‑year lineage in which ESPN has enlisted artists such as Jelly Roll, Post Malone, Imagine Dragons and Marshmello to craft seasonal themes that resonate with fans.
Last year’s anthem, ‘don’t wait run fast’ by Machine Gun Kelly from his album *lost in americana*, set a high bar for creativity and fan engagement, making this year’s selection a noteworthy continuation.
The season will open with the Aer Lingus College Football Classic in Dublin, Ireland, where the North Carolina Tar Heels face No. 23 TCU at noon Eastern on ESPN, marking the first game of a campaign that will span more than 1,000 contests.
Coverage will be distributed across ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, the SEC Network, the ACC Network and various streaming platforms, ensuring broad access for viewers nationwide.
Fans can stay updated through social channels such as @CollegeGameDay and @ESPNCFB, which will provide real‑time commentary and behind‑the‑scenes content throughout the season.