Real American - Rick Derringer - MP3 instrumental karaoke

Originally written by Rick Derringer and Bernard Kenny in 1985, "Real American" became one of the most iconic entrance themes in professional wrestling history. First intended for the tag team U.S. Express (Mike Rotunda and Barry Windham), the song gained legendary status when it was adopted by Hulk Hogan during the peak of his WWF (now WWE) fame. With its soaring guitar riffs, anthemic chorus, and patriotic lyrics, "Real American" perfectly captured the over-the-top energy and cultural bravado of 1980s wrestling entertainment. Rick Derringer’s hard-rock background added punch to the track, while the message—though broad—resonated as a rallying cry of heroism and American pride. Beyond the ring, the song has found a second life in pop culture, appearing in films, memes, political satire, and nostalgia-driven events. Decades later, "Real American" remains a cult classic, symbolizing both the spectacle of pro wrestling and the spirit of 1980s Americana.