If you have ever been to Selhurst Park, you will have noticed that the home fans have an impressive repertoire of chants and terrace anthems, but one song in particular really gets the Crystal Palace fans going: Glad All Over.

Whether they are at home and it crackles on through the PA system before a match, or if they are on the road following their beloved Eagles on their various exploits in the Premier League, FA Cup and Europe, the Palace faithful will always answer the noble call to join in with the song that has become an enduring sonic symbol of their love for the South London club.

Here, GIVEMESPORT takes a look at the reason why ‘Glad All Over’ is a Selhurst Park anthem, as well as the history of the song, lyrics and more.

Why Crystal Palace fans sing ‘Glad All Over’

Broadcaster John Henty was the man who introduced the song ‘Glad All Over’ to Crystal Palace fans, having done so while working at Selhurst Park as the stadium announcer and sound engineer. Henty, who served at Selhurst Park for over three decades, played the song in early 1964 and it has stuck ever since, becoming synonymous with the Eagles.

So, why did he use ‘Glad All Over’?

“It seemed right at the time,” Henty said in a 2023 interview published on the official Crystal Palace website.

“It was in the charts. I didn’t play it immediately [in November 1963], but it went to No. 1 in January 1964, and that was probably the time I thought of trying it out.

“I liked playing the records – that was part of the job I really enjoyed, welcoming people and playing the music – and I tried one or two other things, like Herb Alpert. But Glad All Over went down particularly well, particularly with the kids.

“In those days, they were all around on the Selhurst terraces. They used to thump those advertising hoardings very loudly with Glad All Over – and that’s how it all started!”

A Crystal Palace match programme from a game against Peterborough United on January 25, 1964 references the song in a call from the sound system team for more ‘record requests’, confirming Henty’s recollection of the song’s rollout as a Palace anthem.

The section of the programme, entitled ‘How about those record requests’, stated: “During the past few months, we have played a number of record requests for our Supporters. If you would like a particular record played, then just drop us a line and we shall do our best to oblige. Our record of ‘Glad All Over’ certainly keeps your feet warm at Half-time anyway.”

Glad All Over Lyrics And Facts

Who wrote ‘Glad All Over’ And When Was it Released?

The song ‘Glad All Over’ was released in November 1963 by the English rock and roll band The Dave Clark Five. It was written by Dave Clark and Mike Smith. It reached number one in the UK Singles Chart and number six in the US Billboard Hot 100 Chart, helping to spark a rivalry with The Beatles during what became known as ‘The British Invasion’. You can read the lyrics of the song in full and listen to the song below.

Glad All Over Lyrics And Video

You say that you love me (say you love me)

All of the time (all of the time)

You say that you need me (say you need me)

You’ll always be mine (always be mine)

(Chorus)

I’m feelin’ glad all over

Yes, I’m a-glad all over,

Baby, I’m glad all over

So glad you’re mine

I’ll make you happy (make you happy)

You’ll never be blue (Never be blue)

You’ll have no sorrow (Have no sorrow)

‘Cause I’ll always be true (Always be true)

(Chorus)

Other girls may try to take me away (take me away)

But you know, it’s by your side I will stay

I-I’ll stay

Our love will last, now (our love will last)

‘Til the end of time (end of time)

Because this love, now (because this love)

Is only yours and mine (yours and mine)

(Chorus)

Other girls may try to take me away (take me away)

But you know, it’s by your side I will stay

I-I’ll stay

Our love will last, now (our love will last)

‘Til the end of time (end of time)

Because this love, now (because this love)

Is only yours and mine (yours and mine)

(Chorus)

So glad you’re mine, now (mi-i-i-i-i-i-ine)

I said I’m so glad you’re mine (mi-i-i-i-i-i-ine)

So glad you’re mine, now (mi-i-i-i-i-i-ine)

Whoa whoa whoa whoa whoa whoa (mi-i-i-i-ine)

Crystal Palace Fan Chants

‘Glad All Over’ is certainly a Selhurst Park favourite, but Palace fans have loads of tunes and chants for matchdays.

In recent seasons, often at the direction of goalkeeper Dean Henderson, fans have sung a version of Shakira’s ‘Waka Waka’ (certainly a song inspired by its chorus, anyway!) and come up with tributes to club legends such as Wilfried Zaha and Jean-Philippe Mateta.

You can read more about the best Crystal Palace songs and chants here!

West Ham United were relegated to the Championship on the final day of the Premier League season, despite a resounding victory over Leeds United.

The Hammers, who had the 10th highest wage bill in the Premier League in the 2025/26 season, as per Capology, needed to beat Leeds at the London Stadium and hope that Everton defeated Tottenham Hotspur in north London.

Nuno Espirito Santo’s side did their job, with goals from Valentín Castellanos, Jarrod Bowen and Callum Wilson giving them a 3-0 victory.

However, Tottenham managed to beat Everton 1-0 courtesy of Joao Palhinha’s goal, meaning West Ham finished in 18th and were relegated from the Premier League.

West Ham now have a massive clear out on their hands, with some of their players earning an extraordinary amount of money.

West Ham Player Wages (25-11)

El Hadji Malick Diouf was impressive in his opening season in England. The 21-year-old, who earns £25,000-per-week and is the club’s 20th highest-paid player, showed his talent going forward and will no doubt attract interest from Premier League sides this summer.

Crysencio Summerville is another that could make the move straight back to the Premier League. The Dutchman earns £45,000-per-week, the same amount as Mads Hermansen.

Three West Ham players earn £50,000-per-week: Lukasz Fabianski, Callum Wilson and Konstantinos Mavropanos. Fabianski and Wilson’s contracts run out this summer, and it is unknown whether they will extend their stay. Mavropanos, meanwhile, was named Hammer of the Year and the club will have a hard time keeping hold of him.

Mateus Fernandes was also mightily impressive this season. The Portuguese midfielder is West Ham’s 11th highest-paid player, earning £60,000-per-week. Man Utd have been heavily linked with him and it’s believed he wants to join the Red Devils.

West Ham Player Wages (10-1)

Adama Traore, one of the strongest players in world football, earns £70,000-per-week. His contract runs out this summer, and he could well leave on a free transfer.

Valentín Castellanos, who scored four goals in seven games to end the season, earns £75,000-per-week, just less than Jean-Clair Todibo. Three players earn £90,000 every seven days: Niclas Füllkrug, Tomas Soucek and Aaron Wan-Bissaka.

While four West Ham players earn £100,000-per-week or more. Max Kilman earns six figures every seven days, despite barely playing under Espirito Santo. The Portuguese manager will no doubt be looking to offload his wages.

James Ward-Prowse is West Ham’s third highest-paid player at £115,000-per-week. He also found himself out of favour under Espirito Santo and will likely be sold should a suitor be found.

Alphonse Areola was also dropped by Espirito Santo in favour of Hermansen, despite earning £120,000-per-week. Only Jarrod Bowen earns more than the Frenchman.

The Englishman earns £150,000-per-week and is comfortably the club’s highest-paid player. West Ham will no doubt want to keep him but, with a £20m release clause believed to be in his contract, his future is in doubt. He has said he wants to stay despite interest from Liverpool, but whether he does or not remains to be seen.

Manchester United could be closing in on a big signing with Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali said to be ‘on his way’ to sealing a move to the club after an agreement was reached on personal terms, according to Calciomercato.

Man United appear to be ready to make a big early splash in the summer transfer market, with an agreement said to be close to bringing Atalanta midfielder Ederson to Old Trafford during the close season.

The Red Devils have made bolstering their central midfield the priority, with Casemiro already departing Old Trafford ahead of an expected move to MLS side Inter Miami, and fellow South American Manuel Ugarte also up for sale following a £50m move from Paris Saint-Germain two summers ago.

New United boss Michael Carrick reportedly wants up to three midfielders who are going to complement Kobbie Mainoo in the middle, after the England international committed his long-term future to the Old Trafford outfit.

One report has suggested that the club has allocated around £150m of their summer transfer budget to the position, with an elite Casemiro replacement potentially being joined by two lower-priced midfielders.

Man United to ‘Go All In’ for Sandro Tonali Deal

According to Calciomercato, Manchester United are now ready to ‘go all in’ to sign Newcastle United midfielder Tonali, with the outlet describing the 26-year-old as being ‘on his way’ to joining the club.

The report says that the Red Devils are about to snatch Ederson away from Atalanta, but they are ready to sign a second midfielder too in the €100m-rated (£86m) Italian.

United are said to be not afraid of the Magpies’ valuation of the Italy ‘superstar’, with that fee ruling out other interested clubs like Juventus.

The Red Devils are now ready to launch a ‘decisive attack’ to bring Tonali to Old Trafford, with Carrick and INEOS reported to have reached an agreement with the player already.

Newcastle have already started looking for a replacement, as they look into a deal for Club Brugge star Aleksandar Stankovic.

Which Other Midfielders Could United Sign?

While Tonali seems to be a top target, Fabrizio Romano has reported that United still need to make a decision whether they are actually going to seal a deal for Ederson as they get close to reaching an agreement.

The Red Devils continue to be linked with other players too, with a potential opportunity emerging for West Ham United star Mateus Fernandes following the Irons’ relegation to the Championship.

The young Portuguese star is said to be keen on a move to the club to link up with compatriot Bruno Fernandes, although it will likely depend on how much the Hammers demand for the player.

Other players continue to be linked too, with Real Madrid midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni labelled as a ‘dream’ target for the club, while Elliot Anderson continues to be the club’s number one target.

The current situation is that the Nottingham Forest star is more likely to join Manchester City instead, which could mean United have to look elsewhere.