Artists like Chess Taylor have released versions to promote peace during times of international conflict [7].
"World in Union" is the official anthem of the , first introduced for the 1991 tournament [14, 15]. While it is now a global sporting staple, the piece has deep roots in classical music and has been interpreted by many legendary artists. 1. Musical Origins World in Union
The song is traditionally recorded by a different artist for each World Cup, often reflecting the host nation's culture: Artists like Chess Taylor have released versions to
A classical crossover version recorded for the tournament in New Zealand [3, 15]. In 1991, Charlie Skarbek was commissioned to write
Recorded by Joanna Forest in 2020 to honor the late rugby coach and police officer [8, 20].
In 1991, Charlie Skarbek was commissioned to write lyrics that reflected the values of rugby—unity, harmony, and sportsmanship [14, 15]. The opening lines, "There’s a dream I feel, so rare, so real; all the world in union, the world as one," have since become synonymous with the spirit of the game [4, 7]. 3. Iconic Performances