Did you know that the New Orleans Saints were named after the famed southern hymn and jazz standard most identified with New Orleans? That’s right - “When the Saints Go Marching In”! The unofficial anthem of New Orleans, "When the Saints Go Marching In," has come to characterize the city known as the birthplace of jazz. From Trombone Shorty to Louis Armstrong, every New Orleans musician grew up playing the beloved song. There’s even a famous story that, In 1965, January 22nd, the bass player in Preservation Hall, Papa John Joseph, played 'The Saints’ on request, and when he was finished, he turned to his bandmates and said, 'That about took everything out of me,' and died on the spot. What a way to go, huh? So it’s no secret that the famous jazz standard has also become synonymous with the 2010 Super Bowl champs! Even cooler, it’s probably no coincidence that that the franchise’s official birth was announced on November 1st, otherwise known as the Catholic All Saints’ Day! But if you’re a true Saints fan, then all of this is old news! In fact, you probably have more facts and stats about the Saints logged in your head than we could ever come up with, but here’s another one, just for fun: Nothing should get in the way of your fandom, especially not your clothes! Lo and behold, this New Orleans Saints Franchise Fit T-Shirt aids in your NFL love while also taking your wardrobe to a whole new level of team spirit! |