The first performance took place on October 24, 2020, just as the world grappled with a global health crisis. The moment arrived minutes before Osasuna faced Athletic Bilbao in El Sadar, marking a historic milestone during a challenging time for sports and society.
Like many clubs, Osasuna has its centennial anthem, a celebration that arrived in the same year as the club’s hundredth anniversary. It debuted on October 24, 2020, amid the restrictions and uncertainties of a pandemic. The hymn carries a strong sense of identity and belonging, and it is known by a name that fans instantly recognize: The Voice of a Fan, performed by Serafín Zubiri.
Osasuna Centennial Anthem: lyrics, music, author and who is Serafín Zubiri
Serafín Lizoáin Vidondo was born on April 20, 1964, in Navarre. He is widely known by the stage name Serafín Zubiri, a nod to his roots and hometown. Throughout his career he became one of the most recognizable artistic talents from Navarre, including appearances at the Eurovision Song Contest in 1992 and 2000.
FULL LETTER – OSASUNA CENTENARY
A fan’s voice
Since I was little my parents talked to me about you,
of your nobility, courage and endless devotion,
of an infinite quarry, of a soccer ball, of a being and a feeling,
of so many children singing Chiquilín along.
And now I’m the one who keeps our tradition alive,
my blood and my blouse are red, my pants are blue,
a way to turn this life into an insane passion,
a scarf tied tightly around the heart.
That’s why I sing to you, that’s why you wait for me
And I will stay with you until the day I die
This is the voice of a people, of a whole hobby,
until the end Osasuna.
Wizards of mud and tiento in old San Juan,
heroes of the feelings of all Sadar,
eleven rojillos who leave their soul and skin to win,
a hundred years of pride, excitement and unity.
That’s why I sing to you, that’s why you wait for me
And I will stay with you until the day I die
This is the voice of a people, of a whole hobby,
until the end Osasuna.
In defeat or triumph I shall be,
by your side where you need I will go,
We both play this game
this love story is a life pact,
an unconditional commitment.
That’s why I sing to you, that’s why you wait for me
And I will stay with you until the day I die
This is the voice of a people, of a whole hobby,
to the end Osasuna,
beti aurrera osasuna
until the end Osasuna.
Note: The anthem is a public celebration of club identity, values, and the shared memories of Osasuna supporters across generations. It blends heartfelt tribute with a call to unity, echoing the club’s long-standing culture of loyalty and passion for the game.