Who Wrote The Power Rangers Theme Song
Go Go Power Rangers! But Who Sang That Anthem?
You know it. I know it. Everyone who watched Saturday morning cartoons in the 90s (and beyond) knows it: the Power Rangers theme song. It's permanently etched in our brains, a hyper-kinetic earworm of pure, unadulterated energy.
Ron Wasserman: The Musical Morpher
The man behind the magic is Ron Wasserman, sometimes credited as Aaron Waters (a pseudonym he used for a while). He's a rock musician, composer, and producer who stumbled into Ranger-dom in a roundabout way.
Imagine this: you're a musician, plugging away, doing your thing. Then, suddenly, you're asked to write music for a show about colorfully clad teenagers battling intergalactic villains. It's a bit of a jump, right?
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Wasserman wasn't actually the first choice. The original theme song was... less than impressive. Think cheesy synth and a general lack of punch. He took the reigns to create the iconic theme song.
He had to quickly create something much better. Something that would pump up the audience. His original version was a bit too heavy, with a heavier guitar riff.
The Lyric That Almost Wasn't
And now, for the real kicker. Guess what almost didn't make the cut? The "Go Go Power Rangers!" line. Seriously!
The network thought it sounded too repetitive. Can you imagine a world without the chanting call to action? Wasserman fought for it, thankfully, and the rest is history.
More Than Just a Theme Song
But Wasserman's involvement didn't stop there. He wasn't just the theme song guy. He wrote and performed a ton of music for the show's first few seasons.
Remember those awesome rock tracks playing during the fight scenes? Yep, that was often him too! He was basically the unsung (well, he was sung, but you get the idea) musical hero of early Power Rangers.
A Lasting Legacy
Wasserman's work on Power Rangers launched him into a whole new level of recognition. Suddenly, he wasn't just a musician; he was the guy who wrote the Power Rangers theme song.
Kids who grew up on his music are now adults, still rocking out to "Go Go Power Rangers!" at karaoke nights and conventions. It's a testament to the song's enduring appeal.
So, Next Time You Hear It...
Next time you hear that iconic intro, take a moment to appreciate Ron Wasserman, the man who morphed music into a childhood-defining anthem. He took a job, added some rock 'n' roll magic, and created something truly memorable.
It's a reminder that sometimes, the most unexpected gigs can lead to the greatest achievements. Go go Ron Wasserman! You're the best!
"Go, go Power Rangers!" - Ron Wasserman
