Ranking The Colorado Rockies Walk-Up Songs

September 28, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Colorado Rockies second baseman Rafael Ynoa (43) hits a three run RBI double in the seventh inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

Nolan Arenado “Heads Will Roll” by Yeah Yeah Yeahs

I mean, I wouldn’t have made this my song, but, sure? I feel like Arenado is becoming a big star, and he deserves stronger walk-out music with a better beginning and maybe a harder sound?

Charlie Blackmon “Your Love” by the Outfield

This is (probably) the song that should win. Well, there’s one further down that might give Charlie a run for his money (you’ll see). But Blackmon’s is in the Ryan Spilborghs mold of memorable walk-up songs. Baller status. Also, that video. Oh my God. The ‘80s, man… what a time to be alive.

Corey Dickerson “Take My Life” by Jeremy Camp

It didn’t look like there was an official music video for this one so I apologize for the, um, interesting lyric video. Anyways, Christian rock isn’t my thing. As Hank Hill famously said, “Christian rock? Can’t you see you’re not making Christianity any better? You’re just making rock and roll worse!”

Besides, Christian metal? Well… I guess fifteen seconds is OK. Whatever it takes for Dickerson to keep hitting line drives, amirite?!

Daniel Descalso “Dani California” by Red Hot Chili Peppers

Is it because his name is Dan(i) and he’s from California? RHCP is fine. Not, like, my personal favorite but the song is decent. I’d rather hear Tulo’s walk-up more (because, you know, I want Tulo to start 150 games, duh), but I don’t have a problem with this one. Keep it.

Carlos Gonzalez “Tu Me Quemas” by Chino & Nacho –AND– “Ay Vamos” by J Balvin

I quite literally know zero things about Latin American music and I can’t speak Spanish, but, I guess it’s cool? Sure! Both have good energy and I like the build-up and reggae/reggaeton style up-beats in the J Balvin track, so, more power to ya, CarGo.

Nick Hundley “Shine” by Collective Soul

This is an awesome song. There’s nothing you can say to me about 90s and early 2000s rock. I’m not trying to hear any of that nonsense from you people.

Old-school country, 90s rock, and reggae are, like, my things, bro. YOUR ARIANA GRANDE AND KENDRICK LAMAR CAN’T HOLD A CANDLE TO THE GIN BLOSSOMS AND SUBLIME AND CAKE AND THE WALLFLOWERS.

Call to the Pen

DJ LeMahieu “Revolution” by Diplo

Not bad, DJ! I like it a lot.

But, obviously, this was a missed opportunity.

I live life by two rules: never, ever pass up the opportunity to eat a Chipotle burrito, and always – ALWAYS – embrace Manny Fresh at every possible opportunity.

Michael McKenry “You Can’t Stop Me” by Andy Mineo

Great song for a hitter. Fun and energetic walk-up.

Nice work, Michael McKenry.

Justin Morneau “Rock and Roll Ain’t Noise Pollution” –AND– “Hold Me Back” by AC/DC

Regarding these, go back and see what I said about LaTroy Hawkins’ walk-up choices. If you hate these songs, especially for a baseball player, you and I won’t get along.

I feel like Morneau is a shade off Larry Walker status with his walk-up songs. Probably not as iconic of a Rockie as Walker was, which will make a difference, too, but still… this is pretty iconic.

Wilin Rosario “A Que No Te Atreves” by Tito El Bambino

Meh. I’m not the guy to ask about Latin American music, so, meh. Whatevs. I’m not wild about it, but I’m not exactly the demographic this is meant to appeal to, so, sure.

Troy Tulowitzki “The Man” by Aloe Blacc

Love it. Love it. ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT.

This is going to be in my head for the rest of the day.

Drew Stubbs “Sugar” by Maroon 5

Maroon 5. Justin Bieber. Nickelback. Jason Aldean. Striking out more than 30% of the time. These things suck.

Too soon?

Rafael Ynoa “Sexy And I Know It” by LMFAO

OBVIOUSLY, this is the only correct answer for winning the walk-up competition, and if you vote for anybody besides Ynoa, GET OFF THIS SITE RIGHT NOW.

Seriously, there’s something to be said for having a memorable and tongue-in-cheek walk-up song so, nice job Rafael. You’re still my favorite.

Next: Finally, vote for your favorite!