Shuzo Matsuoka’s Cover of ‘CANDO’ Is Creating a Stir! The Passion Behind the Beijing Olympics Theme Song

Hi there, everyone. It's about Shuzo Matsuoka – the man whose incredibly fiery words and heart never fail to lift our spirits. Even after retiring from the tennis court, his 'heat' shows no signs of cooling down. In fact, you'd swear his energy has only amplified over the years.

And now, this man has gone and covered a particular track, causing quite the buzz in both the sports and music worlds. That track is none other than "CANDO." Originally, this song enjoyed a strong cult following as an anthem themed around the 'Shuzo Matsuoka Athlete' spirit, but it has now been fittingly chosen as the theme song for the Beijing 2022 Olympics. You've got to admit, it feels almost like fate.

A Message of Support for Athletes Woven into 'CANDO'

Just hearing the title "CANDO" gets you excited, doesn't it? That straightforward, affirmative feeling of "I can" really resonates. Matsuoka's cover is, without a doubt, the ultimate sports anthem for athletes. With his characteristic husky yet passionately charged vocals, the song's message hits home with ten times the impact.

The first time I heard this track, it immediately brought to mind those famous scenes of his passionate coaching. You can just picture him shouting at a player on the court, "What are you doing!? You can do it!" That's exactly what this song is – a direct message from him to every athlete fighting through tough times.

The Shuzo Magic Hidden in the Melody

Of course, the appeal of this cover isn't just in the lyrics. That melody also tugs at your heartstrings. It's a simple yet powerfully ascending melodic line. Listening to it, you naturally find yourself standing taller, wanting to clench your fist. It gets you in that "Right, let's give it one more go!" mindset. This is the true essence of 'Shuzo Magic' at its finest.

We're talking about the grand stage of the Beijing Olympics. Athletes from all over the world are competing with their own dreams and emotions. There's no doubt this song is powerfully pushing them forward. Win or lose, if this track plays at the end, I feel the athletes would feel a sense of reward.

A Few 'Fiery' Stories About Matsuoka

Let's take a moment to revisit a few stories that really highlight just how incredible Matsuoka is.

• The Legendary Wimbledon Match: His epic, legendary battle against world number 4 Pete Sampras in 1995 is famously unforgettable. It's no exaggeration to say that match shaped the 'Matsuoka' we know today.
• A Wealth of 'Passionate' Words: Quotes like "Get serious! Be deadly serious!" and "Those who hit a wall can always find a way through!" have become pillars of support for many in the business world.
• His Care for Athletes: Countless times, during his TV commentary, people have been deeply moved by how he speaks about each athlete's subtle moves and inner thoughts with such warmth, almost like a proud parent.

The more you understand the person that is Shuzo Matsuoka, the more the weight behind the song "CANDO" resonates, doesn't it?

'CANDO' Colouring the Beijing Olympics

The Beijing Olympics this time around faced various challenges, but it's truly heartening that such a fantastic theme song, supporting athletes not just from Japan but from all over the world, has emerged. Every time this song plays at the venues or on our TV screens, we can all get swept up in the excitement together. That, I think, is a wonderful thing.

Here's hoping Matsuoka's cover of "CANDO" makes the upcoming competitions even more thrilling and brings a stroke of luck to the athletes. Go on, have a listen yourself! I guarantee it'll light a fire under you!