Normani Revamps '90s Anthem for NFL Kickoff: You Better Believe It

Normani Reimagines '90s Classic for 2025 NFL Kickoff Promo The 2025 NFL season kicked off Thursday night (Sept. 4), with fans of all 32 teams filled with hope that this could finally be their year. The league leaned into that blind hopefulness with the launch of the You Better Believe It campaign, which features Normani performing a remix of Quad City DJs Come On, Ride the Train, this time with the lyrics "C'mon ride the float." The Fifth Harmony singer is part of the football zeitgeist these days, having gotten engaged to Pittsburgh Steelers star D.K. Metcalf during the offseason. In the gridiron-themed clip, Normani is seen sporting the wide receiver's black and gold No. 4 jersey, combining live action with AI as wild fans celebrate the start of a new season. "It's such a monumental and personal moment for me," Normani said in a statement. "Being part of the NFL Kickoff commercial is an honor." The You Better Believe It campaign aims to capture the optimism surrounding the new season, with fans eager to see their favorite teams make a deep playoff run. The Steelers, led by quarterback Kenny Pickett and Metcalf, are one of the top contenders in the AFC North. According to NFL.com, the Steelers have the second-best odds to win Super Bowl LVIII at 12-1, behind only the Kansas City Chiefs. Meanwhile, the New York Jets, who face the Steelers on Sunday at MetLife Stadium, have the longest odds among all teams at 50-1. The remix of "Come On, Ride the Train" has been a hit with fans, with many taking to social media to share their excitement for the new season. The song's original version peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1996 and has since become a classic of '90s pop culture. The NFL Kickoff commercial featuring Normani is just one part of the league's efforts to engage fans this season. With the You Better Believe It campaign, the league aims to capture the excitement and optimism surrounding the new season, with fans eager to see their favorite teams make a deep playoff run. As for Metcalf, he'll be looking to lead his team to victory against the Jets on Sunday, with Normani likely in attendance to support her fiancé. The game is expected to be a closely contested matchup, with both teams vying for a spot in the playoffs. The 2025 NFL season promises to be an exciting one, with many storylines and matchups that will keep fans on the edge of their seats. With Normani's remix of "Come On, Ride the Train" setting the tone for the new season, it's clear that this year is going to be one to remember. *Reporting by Billboard.*