She Wore a Claret Ribbon
Classic · West Ham United terrace song
A romantic terrace ballad about a girl wearing West Ham colours. Particularly popular during cup runs when Wembley is the destination. A staple of the matchday songbook since the 1960s.
About this chant
"She Wore a Claret Ribbon" is a classic terrace ballad that has been a staple of the West Ham United matchday songbook since the 1960s. Traditionally associated with the club’s participation in cup competitions, the chant expresses the supporters' collective ambition of reaching a final at Wembley Stadium. The lyrical focus on the month of May aligns with the traditional timing of major domestic trophy matches. Originally a fixture at the Boleyn Ground, the song remains a regular feature at the London Stadium and on away travels. It captures a melodic and optimistic mood, typically sung during the latter stages of a tournament to celebrate the club’s progress and its pursuit of silverware.
Lyrics
She wore, she wore, She wore a claret ribbon, She wore a claret ribbon, In the merry month of May, And when I asked her, Why she wore that ribbon, She said it's for the West Ham, And we're going to Wem-ber-ley! Wembley! Wembley!
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