Dwayne Johnson, the global phenomenon and reigning superstar of Hollywood, needs no grand introduction today. His mere entry music is enough to send fans into a frenzy, as witnessed recently during his electrifying appearance on SmackDown in Denver, which garnered a staggering 103 million views on social media within just three days.
But rewind to the days of struggle and strife in his early wrestling career, and you’ll find a young Dwayne Johnson being profoundly influenced by a legendary rapper whose music continues to shape and define a genre, even decades after his passing. It’s a connection that adds depth to Johnson’s journey from wrestling to Hollywood stardom.
The rhythmic beats of Tupac Shakur’s iconic track “All Eyez On Me” served as Dwayne Johnson’s first-ever entry music when he was taking his initial steps into the world of wrestling, long before he became synonymous with phrases like “If you smell what The Rock is cooking.”
In the world of wrestling, music is a potent element that defines a superstar’s identity and stirs the emotions of fans. The Rock’s legendary entry theme, “If you smell what The Rock is cooking,” composed by WWE music producer Jim Johnston in the early 2000s, is an anthem etched in the memories of wrestling aficionados worldwide.
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However, Johnson’s musical journey into the wrestling arena began with Tupac Shakur’s resonating beats. “All Eyez On Me,” with its evocative lyrics, seems almost prophetic when we consider Johnson’s meteoric rise to becoming the biggest star on the planet today. It was a time when Johnson, still on the path to stardom, would humbly pose for photos with fans for a meager $5, all while navigating the world of professional wrestling.
In a recent video, Dwayne Johnson, alongside NFL legend Deion Sanders, reminisced about those early days as “All Eyez On Me” played in the background. He shared a heartfelt revelation, stating, “Note that Tupac track ‘All Eyez On Me’ was my walkout ring music when I first started wrestling in Memphis (pre WWE). I may have been broke as hell, only been making $40 bucks per match, but I was a bad MF walking to the ring 🤣💪🏾.”
Tupac Shakur’s influence on Dwayne Johnson extended beyond the wrestling ring. The Rock ventured into the realm of rap music, making his rap debut alongside Tech N9ne.
Dwayne Johnson’s multifaceted journey, shaped by the powerful influences of music and wrestling, ultimately propelled him to the pinnacle of Hollywood superstardom. Today, he stands not only as a symbol of triumph but also as a testament to the enduring impact of artistic expressions like music and wrestling on the human spirit.
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