5 Songs Inspired by Boxing Legend Muhammad Ali

J.G. Taruc

June 6, 2016

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  Aside from making a name in the boxing ring, the ‘Greatest Boxing Legend’ has always been an inspiration to songs of all kind.

  Here are some notable song titles about the greatest boxing legend according to Billboard.com.

  The Greatest Love of All

  The official soundtrack for Ali’s biopic ‘The Greatest’. The song was by written Michael Masser and Linda Creed.

  The Louisville Lip (He’s The Greatest)

  Memphis-based singer and songwriter Eddie Curtis told Ali’s story in a funky blues track.

  ‘The Louisville Lip’ came out in 1971, soon before Ali vowed down to Joe Frazier in 15 rounds at the Madison Square Garden.

  ‘Cassuis Love’ vs. ‘Sonny’ Wilson
  When Beach Boys decided to spoof the Ali-Sonny Liston rivalry, this was its product, a comedy track by the Beach Boys.
  

  8ieme Round

  An African pop music by Trio Madjesi. The song was dedicated to Ali’s knockout victory against Foreman.

  Black Superman (Muhammad Ali)
  This reggae ballad by British artist Johnny Wakelin was also a tribute to Ali’s win over rival George Foreman in their ‘Rumble in the Jungle’ bout in Zaire.

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