Credited alongside the Capcom Sound Team for its composition. Engineering: Mixed by the Grammy-winning engineer IRKO . Musical Style & Theme
Street Fighter 6 producer Shuhei Matsumoto noted that the hip-hop direction was chosen because the genre is a "perfect match" for the franchise's art style and urban setting. The track is designed to evoke a "retro vibe" of the original 1987 game while pushing a fresh, modern "flavor" throughout the game's soundscape. Credited alongside the Capcom Sound Team for its composition
Beyond the menus, the track is deeply woven into the gameplay. For example, in certain modes, reaching a 5-win streak triggers an instrumental version, while a 10-win streak brings in the full lyrical version to heighten the intensity. Creative Direction The track is designed to evoke a "retro
is the energetic, hip-hop-inspired main theme for Street Fighter 6 , setting the tone for the game’s modern, urban aesthetic. The track is a collaboration between several artists and producers, specifically crafted to bridge the franchise's fighting roots with contemporary street culture. Key Credits & Artists Creative Direction is the energetic
Unlike the melodic or orchestral themes of past entries, "Not On The Sidelines" fully embraces to match the "street" part of the game's title.
The song focuses on themes of perseverance, ambition, and community , with recurring lines about never backing down and representing "my city, my town".
The song features a powerhouse lineup of vocalists and producers: Performed by Rocco808 and Randy Marx .