Entrance theme roundup of all-time popular K-1 fighters

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Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and for over 18 years I’ve contributed to music magazines, disc guide books, mooks, and web media. As a writer my main field is Western music, but as a listener for over 35 years, I always try to keep my curiosity alive with the motto “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in bands, where I was a bassist who handled songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve played include bass, guitar, and piano. I began studying English in my mid-40s and continue to do so today.

Since its launch in 1993, K-1 has built up a 30-year history and remains a hugely popular striking-based combat sports event.

Even people who aren’t big fight fans have probably heard the name, and when K-1 enthusiasts get together, they can spend hours excitedly debating who the strongest K-1 fighter is.

Over its long history, many star fighters have emerged, and this time we’ve gathered the entrance themes of popular fighters throughout the years—an element that’s essential to any combat sports event.

The lineup includes legendary stars as well as fighters who’ve been attracting attention in recent years, so both longtime fans and newer, younger fans can enjoy it!

Entrance Theme Songs of Popular K-1 Fighters Through the Ages (11–20)

Leona Pettas

OtherworldBill Muer

[Lyrics / Japanese Translation] FF10 Otherworld

OtherworldBill Muer

Leona Pettas is a kickboxer known for his sharp jab launched from a diagonally angled, boxing-style stance.

In today’s K-1 Super Featherweight division without Takeru, he’s undeniably one of the top talents.

The hardness of his fists—his signature weapon—turns even his jab into a formidable strike.

His walkout song is “Otherworld,” a track from the game Final Fantasy X, notable for its heavy, grinding death metal sound.

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In conclusion

The entrance songs chosen by each fighter are one of the real pleasures of watching combat sports, aren’t they? As mentioned at the beginning, they showcase the fighters’ individuality, and once you understand the meaning behind the songs, your appreciation for the fighters deepens even more.

I hope this article has helped those who recently became interested in K-1 discover a new way to enjoy combat sports through the lens of entrance music!