Hail, New Mexico

"Hail, New Mexico!" is the official fight song of the University of New Mexico and is performed by the Pride of New Mexico Marching Band at athletic events and university ceremonies.^[1]

The song is commonly played following touchdowns and extra points at New Mexico Lobos football games, as well as during other New Mexico Lobos sporting events and celebrations. The song is one of the primary musical traditions associated with the university and Lobos athletics.

"Hail, New Mexico!" has long served as a musical symbol of school spirit for the University of New Mexico. The song is traditionally performed by the Pride of New Mexico Marching Band during football games at University Stadium, basketball games at The Pit, pep rallies, and other university events.

The fight song is especially associated with Lobos scoring plays, team entrances, and postgame celebrations. Students, alumni, and fans commonly sing along during performances, particularly during rivalry games and major Mountain West Conference matchups.

"Hail, New Mexico!" is also commonly heard during university spirit events, alumni gatherings, and commencement celebrations.

The wording of the song is as follows.^[2]

Hail, New Mexico!
Hail, New Mexico!
The school we hold so dear.
We will give our hearts to thee,
And spread thy fame afar and near.

We will sing thy praises,
And pledge our loyalty,
For our alma mater,
New Mexico, to thee!

"Hail, New Mexico!" is traditionally performed during pregame festivities, after Lobos touchdowns, and during celebrations following athletic victories.

At football games, fans often join the band in chanting "Hail!" during key moments of the song. The fight song is considered one of the core musical traditions of the University of New Mexico alongside the university alma mater.

• Official fight song page