Only a team like LAFC could bring polar-opposite icons like Sia and Cypress Hill together. Rolling Stone can exclusively premiere the Major League Soccer club’s new anthem by Sia and Cypress Hill, titled “Street x Street,” on Friday.
The empowering track, produced by DJ Flict, celebrates the club’s close connection to its fanbase, the 3252, in its Cypress Hill-rapped verses, while Sia sings in her unmistakable vocals in the chorus: “We go hard, yeah. There’s no stopping us… You can’t fuck with us.”
Cypress Hill has lent its voice for LAFC anthems in the past, but this is the first time that Sia — who’s been spotted at Los Angeles games in the past — sings for the soccer club.
“Collaborating with Sia on ‘Street X Street’ was a first for us, and it brought a whole new energy to the table,” B-Real from Cypress Hill tells Rolling Stone in a statement. “Her powerful voice took the track to another level. Cypress Hill has always been about pushing boundaries and trying new things.”
He adds, “Teaming up with Sia and DJ Flict to create this new LAFC anthem just made sense.”
The new track marks the sixth LAFC anthem co-produced by LAFC, most with DJ Flict at the helm. 2022 saw Kid Ink and B-Real come together for “Do It For LA,” 2023 heard B-Real with Mexican rapper Alemán and Bobby Castro on “Ciudad de Campeones,” and Castro returned in later that year with O.T. Genesis for “Por La Cultura.”
“LAFC is a movement here in L.A., and this anthem perfectly captures the spirit of our community,” said Rich Orosco, LAFC’s Chief Brand Officer, in a statement. “We built this club Street by Street, Block by Block, One by One, and we are very honored to have such talented global artists believe in our community and dedicate their time and energy to creating music for our fans.”
LAFC is currently in a playoff position, landing at Number 5 on the Western Conference standings. The club is scheduled to play the Portland Timbers Friday night, marking their return from an All-Star Game break. All league games stream on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV+.