The theme song for the popular television show Dirty Jobs changed primarily due to rights issues concerning the original song.
Initially, the show featured "We Care A Lot" by Faith No More as its opening theme. However, in the first half of 2007, this iconic song was replaced.
The Reason Behind the Switch
The primary driver for the change was legal and financial:
- Copyright and Licensing: The use of "We Care A Lot" likely involved licensing agreements that either expired, became too costly to renew, or faced other legal complications, making its continued use unfeasible.
The New Theme Song
Following the change, a new instrumental piece became the show's theme.
- Title: The replacement theme is known as "Pop Rock Theme."
- Composer: This new music was composed by Matt Koskenmaki, who was also responsible for creating other musical cues used throughout the series.
Impact on Episodes
When the song changed in 2007, it wasn't just new episodes that received the updated theme. To maintain consistency across broadcasts, older episodes that were airing at the time also had their introductions reedited to feature the new "Pop Rock Theme."
Here's a quick overview of the theme song transition:
| Aspect | Original Theme (Pre-2007) | Replacement Theme (Post-2007) |
|---|---|---|
| Song Title | "We Care A Lot" | "Pop Rock Theme" |
| Artist/Composer | Faith No More | Matt Koskenmaki |
| Reason for Change | Rights issues | N/A |
| Introduction Edit | N/A | Older episodes reedited |
This change ensured that the production could continue airing the show without ongoing legal complications related to music rights, a common occurrence in television and film production.
