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Gerwyn Price’s Song Choice Overshadows Premier League Darts Defeat to Rob Cross
Gerwyn Price experienced a significant 6-2 defeat at the hands of Rob Cross in their Premier League Darts quarter-final match in Newcastle on Thursday evening. However, for many viewers, the Welshman’s alteration to his walk-on music proved more contentious than his inability to keep pace with frontrunners Luke Littler and Luke Humphries.
Walk-On Music Change Sparks Fan Reaction
The eighth night of the Premier League season unfolded in Tyneside, where Price aimed to secure his third weekly victory of the year. Following Luke Littler’s swift 6-0 triumph over Stephen Bunting, Price appeared at the top of the stage entrance before his quarter-final with Cross. Spectators in the arena and those watching remotely anticipated the usual entrance accompanied by his customary theme, ‘Ice Ice Baby’ by Vanilla Ice.
‘Nice to Meet You’ Replaces ‘Ice Ice Baby’
However, Price surprised everyone by walking to the oche accompanied by Myles Smith’s track, ‘Nice to Meet You’.
Social Media Backlash Over Song Selection
The decision was quickly met with widespread ridicule on social media platforms. Many online commentators suggested the song did not align with his established persona, while others voiced direct criticism of the musical choice itself.
- @jordanwatson70 commented on X: “Gerwyn Price now has the worst walk on song in darts.”
- @JoshC_mufc2 questioned: “Gerwyn Price wtf was that walk on song??”
- @ShaunaRae95 wrote: “Why has Gerwyn Price changed his walk on music? It’s s***!”
Further Criticism and Fan Preference for Traditional Theme
Additional negative reactions continued to circulate online:
- @Tungsten_Tales posted: “Gerwyn Price walked on Myles Smith – ‘Nice to meet you’ earlier tonight… Is this the worst walk-on song you’ve ever heard?”
- @Slothie_Bee criticized: “Gerwyn Price with worst walk-on song ever played. Bring back Vanilla Ice!”
- @ajascpfc stated: “Fair play Gerwyn Price that is the WORST walk-on song ever.”
Even Rob Cross was jokingly implicated in the online discussion, with @Scaife51 quipping: “Gerwyn Price vs Rob Cross for world’s worst walkout song. Loser has to keep it forever.”
Price’s History of Walk-On Song Experimentation
Price has openly expressed interest in adopting a new walk-on song in the past. In January, he solicited suggestions from his social media followers.
The former world champion has a history of experimenting with his entrance music. Notably, in 2022, he used Katy Perry’s ‘Roar’ as a nod to his signature celebratory gesture.
Focus Shifts to Performance Ahead of Berlin Event
Fans are now keen to discover if Price will persist with Myles Smith’s song as his walk-on music in Berlin next week.
Ultimately, the 40-year-old will be more concerned with enhancing his on-stage performance following an underwhelming display where he achieved an 86.17 average and successfully converted only two of his nine attempts at doubles.