The long-awaited trailer ofGrand Theft Auto 6was finally released, andalongside the excitement for the new features and storylinethe game has to offer, the trailer’s soundtrack managed to garner significant attention from the fanbase. Rockstar Games has a history of carefully picking the soundtrack for its games, that resonates with their game’s atmosphere and instantly becomes a topic of discussion in the community.
Themusic adds a distinct flavor to the gaming experience, and a prime example of that is seen in the firstGTA 5trailer which featured “Ogden’s Nut Gone Flake” by Small Faces. More than a full decade later, it seems like Rockstar is once again staying true to the trend that has become a hallmark of its games over the years, dropping yet another classic song that looks all set to leave a lasting impression on the fanbase.
What’s the Song in the GTA 6 Trailer?
The song in theGTA 6Trailer is Love Is A Long Road by Tom Petty. Prior to its release, there was ongoing speculation in the community that the song intheGTA 6trailerwould be Genesis – That’s All (Mandalus Remix), spurred by a tweet posted with theGTA 6artwork. However, it turned out to be a hoax, adding yet another page to the plethora of leaks and misinformation that is often associated withGTA 6.
While some were expecting that Rockstar would have an original song for the game this time around, Rockstar once again relies on the classics. Love Is A Long Road by Tom Petty song was released in 1989 as part of Tom Petty’s first solo album, Full Moon Fever. This song was not just another track, as it got significant acclaim, breaking into the top 10 of Billboard Album Rock Tracks. Rockstar once again perfectly taps into the nostalgic appeal thatblends in perfectly with the vibe ofGTAgames.
Who Is Tom Petty?
Tom Petty was born in 1950 and was quite well-known for his band Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, comprising Mike Campbell, Benmont Tench, Stan Lynch and Ron Blair. There are a series of songs by Tom Petty that made it to the Billboard Top 100, although Love Is A Long Road is not one of them. Tom Petty passed away in 2017, mere months after being awarded the MusiCares Person of the Year award for his acts of philanthropy and his contribution to the music industry.
