The Parkhead factor

[Canton Kev]

Re: The Parkhead factor

From a call and response song writing perspective 3-4 (2+2) is optimal, so 1-2-3, 1-2-1-2, as opposed to 1-2-3-4, 1-2-1-2. The former has more energy allowing for prolonged repetition.

Neil Warnock was sang as 4 syllables though, "Nee-ull War-nock"
The only time 3 syllables works is if it's 2 then 1 imo

[Wales-Bales]

Re: The Parkhead factor

I guess you might also have to factor in the added syllable in surnames ending in the s, sh and ch sounds…..

Lizzy Truss’ (trussis) Blue n white army …..for example

Nathan Jones

Jordan Mutch

Etc

Very complicated

That's why Eddie May's Barmy Army was so great (and memorable), and it could go on for 10 minutes. 4 syllables can work, but not in the same way. Tap it out with your finger .. 1-2-3, 1-2-1-2 and then 1-2-3-4, 1-2-1-2. The 1-2-3 is more circular, while the 1-2-3-4 becomes monotonous sooner. Coming up with a good terrace chant is a lot harder than it appears

[Wales-Bales]

Re: The Parkhead factor

Neil Warnock was sang as 4 syllables though, "Nee-ull War-nock"
The only time 3 syllables works is if it's 2 then 1 imo

John Toshack's Barmy Army would work?