A Steelers Story: Renegade | Pittsburgh Steelers

A Steelers Story: Renegade tells the tale of the unique and profound decades-long relationship between the Steelers and the 1978 song 'Renegade' by Styx
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[@tthomaselli2]

Fire Matt Canada.

[@joaquincruz9776]

Jajajaja

[@casualfriday1131]

My God the consistency 😂

[@BarryAldrich-u3u]

Hear hear!

[@keenanhenry8619]

😂😂😂

[@yafavoritebarber7384]

🔥🇨🇦🤬

[@nhd6128]

The first time you hear it at the game.. the crowd goes nuts & the sound of thousands of terrible towels whirling. Nothing better, man. Lets go Steelers!

[@prayagpatel1070]

As a Steelers fan not from Pittsburgh, I desperately want to go to a Steelers game to witness the atmosphere, it just looks amazing.

[@jackras6139]

Eagles fan from Dallas, of all places. I will experience Renegade during my lifetime. There is nothing like it

[@ryanwalker1187]

I went to the game today…. It was unbelievable the videos do not do it justice the building goes insane

[@madmen2347]

@@ryanwalker1187yes it does

[@bargeld09]

That is why everyone is commenting that they want to experience it. But it is fun to watch on You Tube. @@ryanwalker1187

[@caseybrade8204]

My first ever Steelers game in Pittsburgh and TJ scooped and scored that fumble against the Browns on Monday night right after Renegade. One of the best moments of my life

[@201LiLE201]

Was there with you. I was waiting for it to come on. Was nice to see both turnover touchdowns on that side of the field.

[@djmichaels4735]

Was there as well, surreal

[@razorsedge7100]

You missed a lot if that's your Steeler's history.

[@caseybrade8204]

@@razorsedge7100 I live in New York. The only other games I’ve been to were in Buffalo

[@BlitzburghCoveragePodcast]

​@@201LiLE201They happened at different ends

[@stevispevisclips4429]

I like when the Commentators point it out LIVE on TV as well. "Renegades playing now, lets see where this goes."

[@SteelersNationAustralia]

Seeing Joey Porter and Polamalu makes me happy!!! Here we go

[@tthomaselli2]

SteelersNationAustralia- Agreed. I miss seeing Joey Porter, Sr. & Troy Polamalu play for the Pittsburgh Steelers--along with a host of others, for that matter, of course...

[@drescherjm]

As a 52 year old Steeler fan who has lived in the area his whole life. This video caused a few tears of joy. It really touches the heart of a Steeler fan.

[@krose9941]

Let's go!!!!

[@bigsidable]

I'm from BEAVER Falls PA. I hitch hiked to California in 75. And I did 90 days in L.A Cointy jail for pot possession and being a transient. WE sang this song in jail at night. Now understand. I played football. Steelers my team. AFTER high-school I worked for Republic Steel. Which is the emblem for the Steelers. I play guitar. Seen Styx a many of time. And love playing their music. And so proud to be a Steeler fan. Since 1969. Even met the 74 Steelers. Much love to the Steeler Nation. We Rep Big Time.

[@beaudwayful]

Let's Go Tigers! Also thumbs up to Orams!

[@JTGwozdz]

That was terrific and an excellent showcase on some of the behind-the-scenes folks who make game day special!

[@joepark8872]

My wife converted me to the Yinz Mob 30+ years ago. Hearing Renegade at a game is electric. I get goosebumps and the crowd goes NUTS. (I actually hate Styx but love this song.) One game we were at, they played it right around the 2:00 warning -- very late in the game. We thought we missed it. The fans went crazy, the towels were swirling (THAT is an amazing sight to see), and the Steelers won. There is a magical quality to that song. If you are a Steelers fan and have never been to a game at Heinz (yes, it is still Heinz to us), put it on your bucket list. Pittsburgh is a beautiful, gritty, authentic city; there are some great restaurants (Pamela's for breakfast, S&D Polish Deli for lunch, etc.); the rivers and bridges are gorgeous; and the people are friendly. #PGH #SteelersNation

[@paulc6944]

Can confirm from my first pilgrimage this most recent weekend. That was a core memory hearing renegade. I thought them bringing back the Pittsburgh polka was something special but damn 🥵

[@ManapuaMan187]

What would you suggest for reasonable hotels I'm planning on making a home game this coming season

[@joepark8872]

@@ManapuaMan187 It all depends on what you consider "reasonable." lol What I would suggest is to make your reservation sooner rather than later as hotels fill up quickly during the season. Also, how close to the stadium do you want to be? It's cheaper to be further away, but then you have traffic, etc. We've stayed in the Hyatt North Shore, overlooking Heinz, and we've stayed in the Holiday Inn Express. The last (and best!) home game (Oct 2023 to beat the Ravens), I found a VRBO 3 miles from the stadium. It was a little more than a hotel, but you had a whole house, we cooked breakfasts and dinners, and it was a great little neighborhood. Being so close, we could get there early to tailgate, and traffic was a breeze, going through the neighborhood. Good luck and have a blast. Try to make it a long weekend, if you can, as there's a lot to do, if you have the time.

[@michaelrosendary8160]

I've been a STEELERS fan since 1973. I know about 85 percent of the history of the team, I used to cry when they lose a game. That's how much I love 💕 the BLACK and GOLD.

[@patriciajones4206]

Me too.

[@Steelersfan2014]

Wow

[@NotJRB]

Still do.

[@ronniesims4652]

Way too much

[@mr808steelers]

You remember three rivers? I remember seeing cars parked in the stadium 😂 I remember Swann hopped on the trunk of a car, slipped and fell. Man, so many memories - I think in 07’ it was - the mud bowl? 😂 I remember the field was so badly torn up because of so many football games played that week. They resodded patches of grass and then heavy rain happened. That night they played the Miami Dolphins. Remember Joey Porter? He intercepted Ben’s pass. Ah yes, 50 years of happy and heartbreaking memories 😂

[@warrior-bv3lk]

Fire canada

[@caelanyocom3190]

They did

[@codyskaggs4313]

Fire Canada

[@inline885]

Fire Canada

[@andhisband]

I was at the "rick roll" game in LA in 2019. LA obviously didn't appreciate how this song was ingrained in the Steelers, both fans and players. As soon as Renegade started, both the fans and players went wild, nobody noticing the rick roll as the fans drowned out the PA. Big mistake. Steelers win. Philip Rivers is an asshole.

[@custardnufc]

First NFL game I ever watched was SB XXX. It changed my life forever. I was 9 years old in the North East of England, but my heart has been in Pittsburgh ever since. Stay up for the late kick offs at 1.15am local time, even stay up for the 3am local time puck drops for the Penguins. Can't wait to get over to Pittsburgh one day to experience Renegade in person! 🖤💛

[@tuloulava4168]

I've witnessed this in person, the atmosphere was electrifying and right after they played Renegade the defense got the turnover-Joe Haden interception 3rd Qtr-Steelers vs Titans on a cold december 19, 2021.... Ill never forget and that was my first Steelers game @ Heinzfield, we won Steelers 19 Titans 13✊🏾🖤💛

[@rickyayy]

This about Firing Canada. Are you on board though?

[@marinegator1833]

December 2017, Sunday night, prime time, against the ravens. My first renegade. I had another marine veteran next to me and he told me two things, one: don't expect to sit down against Baltimore and two: watch this place turn into a sea of gold. It feels different, especially during prime time games and afc north battles.

[@cameronkemble3407]

Dude that same game was also my first Steelers game that I attended.

[@pghzai5867]

Been to two Steelers games and that song really sends goosebumps thru you and then the crowd is just amazing I love it and the atmosphere is so amazing

[@joepark8872]

@@marinegator1833 I've been to a Steelers-Ravens game in Pittsburgh and a Steelers-Ravens game in Baltimore. The rivalry is intense, but the venues do not compare. Baltimore is just a city; Pittsburgh is a community.

[@AlternativeElvis]

The power of music is as old as the power of sport

[@BryanSenatore-x6w]

older

[@AlternativeElvis]

@@BryanSenatore-x6w You reckon music preceded sport in human evolution?

[@SteelersNationAustralia]

I got to witness A double renegade... Christmas day Steelers VS Ravens Christmas day 2016. Unbelievable experience live In person. The atmosphere was unreal.

[@joepark8872]

I never knew a double Renegade was even a thing. As nuts as everyone gets when they play it, how crazy does it get when they play it a SECOND time???

[@SteelersNationAustralia]

@joepark8872 the Christmas day game was unreal... I'll just say that. Stayed back 30mins to take it all in!

[@joepark8872]

@@SteelersNationAustralia The best seats I've ever scored were front row above the Steelers tunnel. It was against the Broncos last year. My wife cried when she saw our seats (and several times during the game). We did not want to leave after the game and actually got kicked out.

[@Jla314]

​@@SteelersNationAustraliahey what's up I'm Jay from NC a Pittsburgh Steelers fan

[@steelerfaninperu]

Renegade is a huge part of Steelers BS. It's one of the key ingredients in our tried-and-true recipe of "Screw around for 3/4 of the game and then win."

[@freeman8000]

You know you love it tho

[@robinsonsonic]

I don't care what anyone says; best homefield advantage in the NFL. Go Steelers! 🖤💛

[@jacobmeleciox8707]

1st like always. #1 fan here.. I just can't afford to go to games😢😢😂😂

[@rat._crustzz]

That sucks… I hope you get to go soon!

[@TheRealPunisher]

Right there with u homie. I live in cali and the tickets to the raiders and rams were so darn expensive.

[@mariolombard3778]

Make it work. The rams game is like 200 bucks

[@TheRealPunisher]

@@mariolombard3778 i just saw dude thanks. 165 for nosebleeds but hey ur there lol

[@mariolombard3778]

@@TheRealPunisherhopefully you can make it out there. Should be another away home game lol

[@tinafrancehtd4life146]

Man it's electrifying when that song comes on!!! Renegade gets everyone pumped up!!! 🖤💛🖤💛

[@joenobody2580]

God blesses Renegade when he's watching the Stiller games with Jesus and the homies. Thats why Renegade is special and blessed.

[@HenchickHarrigan]

3 Rivers, now and forever. Also #FireCanada

[@dllanzy]

It should only be played when needed. Will have a much bigger effect.

[@joshjones8924]

I'm a Lions fan and that is pretty cool

[@sackkaala]

Let’s go Steelers. I love everything about the BLACK and GOLD. Steelers Nation!!!

[@SteelersNationAustralia]

Same

[@mattbloch9295]

It's an exciting day to be a Steelers fan fellas Here We Go

[@robertw8897]

I was curious, so I did a web search....and there was actually a guy in 2022 that did a study on Renegade. Dr Matt Pascal, professor of Mathematics and Chair of Point Park University’s Department of Natural Sciences, Engineering and Technology did a study on the effects of it. Bottom line is that statistically, the opposing team is 7 times more likely to fumble the ball on the play following Renegade being played when measured against other plays.

[@rod4758]

i wonder if Styx counts against the cap?🤔🤔

[@SteelersNationAustralia]

Good question? Are they on the Steelers payroll?😂

[@RandHooks]

When Jacksonville comes to town in 2 weeks I'll be there, this will be my first Steelers Home game I'm so pumped!

[@joepark8872]

You are going to have an absolute blast! It is magical to be in that stadium, watching your Stillers, and hearing Renegade, a stadium full of twirling towels..

[@loupadilla5000]

I’ve been a Steelers’ fan for more than thirty years and watching terrible towels waving around Renegade is a speechless experience. Go renegades we love you! 😂🎉🏈

[@kellyl8534]

I love learning how This song came to be.

[@412Sportsz]

Good things happen after RENAGADE plays

[@kentsturgill5945]

Nothing like being in that stadium for Renegade!!

[@petemarshall-ij9ke]

What a wonderful video! Go Steelers 👊.

[@jasoncole4477]

I was there for the Deshea Townsend Renegade pick 6 against the Cowboys. I didn't have a voice for a week after that. It still gives me goosebumps.

[@dougnpc]

I experienced this in person at the Ravens game (my first Steelers home game) Renegade was played the stadium went insane, next play they blocked a punt! It was a bucket list moment!

[@mindymcmanus4068]

One of my favorite memories of attending our first game.

[@JackalBruit]

I have my 2 tickets loaded in my Google Wallet those Jag-Offs from Duval 😎 hoping to witness a massive RENEGADE moment here in like 2 weeks!!!!!!

[@Chuck225a]

The feeling of flexing concrete and steel while 68,000 screaming fans spin their Terrible Towels is indescribable.....Makes the hair stand up on the back of your neck...GO STEELERS

[@FMITB]

I was there for the Ravens game this season with the blocked punt by Killebrew towards the end of the video (my first time being at a home game). What a magical day. The game itself was ugly, but a win against the Ratbirds and getting to hear Renegade in person was AWESOME! I have the video on my channel and I love reliving that moment every so often

[@mayflower53]

So glad to see Troy on the team channel

[@thesupportingcast6972]

We will Renegade ❤😂 Pittsburgh… I bleed this black and gold ❤

[@worldsgreatestdude1784]

This team should try getting a losing record. It is not that hard to do. PIT is overdue for a rebuild. Sincerely, a patriots fan who’s team is probably gonna blow it up hopefully

[@spsawyer22]

That De'Shea int v Romo was THE Renegade moment.

[@innertechnology7149]

Sorry man, the Steeler polka and 3 rivers stadium was the original and post. That place had the acoustics- forget videos and all that other bs. Renegade is alright, but I've seen both eras and the 70's were the fire of genesis

[@Phoenix-pm2qr]

I get so emotional for how many times ive blaired this song and the Steelers always seem to have a clutch play and win after itnisnplayed. Nothing but good memories

[@datboiihjc]

Born and raise from AZ and I play renegade each game day and these fans hate it in my area.

[@Kevin-q6q4o]

Oh mama, GREAT story. The Steelers were losing to the Ravens in the 4th quarter last week, then came Renegade, then came a victory. One note to Mr. Chris Burns: There is no "I" in Steelers team-work (you say "I" and my" a lot).

[@markochipschips5518]

Steelers/Ravens October 8th game . Steelers quietly losing the game. Renegade played... ! Steelers defense took over the game with the win.

[@mamabuck3067]

nothing like it when those screens go black. hell just watching this brought goosebumps and tears to my eyes. nothing like it :)

[@arkellturner9440]

I think it should be time for a change. This history is dope but don't live under history, create the new history we can tell the next gen about

[@charlesgress4752]

Tomlin is our leader.

[@brandonromero3332]

I really hope these boys make the step forward coming out of the BYE week. The first 5 weeks were ugly to be honest. Defense looks good but still not elite with the secondary. I hope this offense comes out swinging also. They have been inconsistent, I hope something changes.

[@theSTEE7ERS58]

Thanks for sharing, 🖤💛✨️👍🫶Go STEELERS ✨️

[@DavidKSmith-qy5oi]

" RENEGADE the Rams"!!! " HERE WE GO STEELERS ..........HERE WE GO"!!!.......

[@kelckeri]

I have experienced live twice, it's really something great.

[@OwenHynes-p3h]

Steelers ravens week 5 in person Renegade was in Lamar’s head

[@wjmoore17]

Renegade is a dark and powerful tool that absolutely changes the tone of the entire building and I believe its terrible power should only be used in case of defensive emergency. I do not like how they play it every game nowadays--It dilutes the power. Probably the coolest thing any NFL team does anywhere so I don't blame the gameday team for wanting to squeeze it in every week.

[@wjmoore17]

I remember three or four years ago we were beating the absolute snot out of the Chiefs and they revved up Renegade with us up like three scores and I was like the clip from the Simpsons: "stop, stop, he's already dead!!" The 2003 Playoff game against Cleveland was an all-time great display of its power. SO BOLD to play it twice, but that was what the day required.

[@johnreilly2552]

Brought tears to my eyes rest in peace Myron Cope

[@robertcapron3]

Will there be a Steelers story episode about Matt Canada and his middle school jv offense??

[@AndreaMckoy-r8j]

Goosebumps.... Hope tommy shaw gets free tickets for life...

[@dnuffer5991]

Went to my 1st game as a titans fan man it was electric in there even had me hype 😂

[@TheInterestedObserver]

What an identity, the defence has it's own firgging hype song.

[@far7310]

I was at that Browns game. It snowed the whole first half. It was gloomy. Guy beside me was from Tampa on his honeymoon. He was giving up at 24-7. I jad to calm him down. When they scored and played it the first time the place lit up. By the 3rd time it came on you could feel the whole stadium shaking. One of the greatest sporting events I've been to.

[@rileyjackfansmithandjones8238]

I love seeing Troy standing there with his hands down on his pants with that big Smile on his face......while Renegade is flowing......you just knew he was ready, and would cinch the Game for the Stillers!

[@craigpittman9764]

We should play it whenever we're in need of a comeback.

[@elbob17]

I'll go ahead and toss this into the ol' favorites folder.

[@SweetTea1011]

Here in Pittsburgh for the 1st time, and I'm so excited to be able to experience the "Renegade" moment. Let's go Steelers! HERE WE GO BABY!

[@bargeld09]

This makes my hair stand on end. I love seeing the players react to the song. Being that it is rock and roll some of them do not know the words. 🏈🏈

[@valdewar8093]

W social media team

[@gkneppy6474]

Whos here in 2024!!!?

[@Mickmat]

Heeeere we go Steelers!!! Oh and btw... 🔥🇨🇦 already!

[@LuqNessY]

Mama would Fire Canada

[@MarashcinoLarry]

Had a Renegade moment in 2008 during the Cowboys game. Deshea Townsend’s pick six that was referred to in the video. Probably my favorite moment in all the games I’ve attended.

[@gerrytjahjadi2341]

Definitely the game changer! It feels eerie and pumped out at the same time! An experience you can’t get when you watch it anywhere else except in the field!!

[@TheRomans9Guy]

@Chris_Burns at 7:50 in this video an interception happens right after Renegade is played in the stadium and in this video edit, as soon as the interception is made on screen Renegade fades into the background noise in the middle of the song. You should TOTALLY do this in games every time it’s successful and a big defensive play occurs soon after the full song intro is played! It would be like a stamp, a reminder, and it would hype up the crowd and build up the mystique even more!

[@WVron247_steelersstud1]

Porter was a stud and his son is just as Kool... We are blessed to have father now son...long live STEELERS NATION

[@WVron247_steelersstud1]

My 1st game at Heinz Field when they played renegade...I could barely my skin tingle and hair dance with electricity...the Steelers tingle from renegade was amazing...here we Go

[@donovanhenning2802]

STOP PLAYING IT SO EARLY

[@fuamatu05]

FUUUUUUUUUU!

[@WVron247_steelersstud1]

In WV.... Steelers country is alive and well... renegade anytime heard sets my blood flowing

[@aldenmclure2969]

That's just awesome, can only imagine it in person.

[@bears2life366]

We called it oh mama 😂

[@831jperry]

One of my favorite memories from the game I went too a couple years ago. Terrible towels flying the whole crowd scream singing, it was the best. #Herewegosteelers

[@RobertSilvestre-xr4uw]

That was good, enjoyed every minute of it. I bleed BLACK and GOLD😎

[@acgonzales7]

I was at the Steelers - Ravens game a couple of weeks ago. They played Renegade in the 4th quarter and the Ravens drive ended in a blocked punt safety 9:50 . Talk about working to perfection.

[@angeloquintana4364]

Well fans can take this how they want first of all I have been a Steelers fan since I was 8 or 9 I have got in a fight and punched a browns fan but I hate renegade I don't like Styx I wished it was a different song but it what it is again renegade song sucks🖤💛go Steelers

[@waltermartin8892]

HereWeGo Steelers

[@rigodlt8650]

Thanks for this video, I haven't had the opportunity to visit the Heinz sorry the Acrisure stadium to watch a game of my Steelers and this made me feel that when I finally go there I'll enjoy it more like a local. Steelers here we go! And FireCanada

[@pittsburgh8166]

Fire Matt Canada

[@coltonlinn9684]

Fire Matt Canada

[@FiliGIII]

FIRE MATT CANADA

[@berniequill9696]

I took my wife on her first trip to Pittsburgh for this year's opener and told her about this song and what it's become. Unfortunately, it wasn't played that game. I guess since SF was beating the brakes off us so badly, there was no point. Sad. Also, fire Matt Canada.

[@leeshepherd9802]

Been a Steelers fan for long time never knew about this, feel shame...time for me to go to first Steelers game experience that feeling..

[@SusanKulasa]

Three rivers 🙏

[@christophersexton5778]

Love shows keep it up

[@steelcity250]

The whole story so beautiful until The antagonist came. MATT CANADA

[@Lotuss808]

Glad we actually have a cool song unlike the Michigan Wolverines with it's white girl song