Pokémon Theme
English dub theme song of the Pokémon anime series, performed by Jason Paige
"Pokémon Theme" (also known as "Gotta catch 'em all!") is a song written by John Siegler and John Loeffler and performed by Jason Paige. It is the original theme song for the first season of the English adaptation of the Pokémon anime. Since its release, the song has been virtually synonymous with the Pokémon franchise because the line "Gotta catch 'em all!" has become its official English slogan; it is derived from the Japanese ポケモンGETだぜ! ("Pokemon [getto] da ze!").
Background and development
John Siegler and John Loeffler wrote the lyrics to the song. Siegler produced the track, also playing keyboards, bass, and programming drum machines. David Rolfe, the vocalist for later themes of the series, played the guitar while Jason Paige provided the vocals. Kati Mac, Loeffler, Ken Cummings and Louis Cortelezzi provided background vocals. The song was written in G minor. Siegler initially felt the show's concept was "incomprehensible" but decided it had potential after viewing its debut episode.
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