Cody Rhodes did something his boss, Paul Levesque, can’t seem to do: give a diplomatic answer to a question.
Speaking to Ariel Helwani, Rhodes was asked who the face of WWE was. As the Undisputed WWE Champion, he naturally said it was himself. But then he gave a safe yet more accurate answer that paid respect to his colleagues and WWE’s fans.
“I think you’re safe if you say Roman Reigns is. You’re safe if you say Rhea Ripley is. If you say CM Punk is, Liv Morgan, if you say those names, those seem to be safe names. WWE is in really great hands right now because the roster is so experienced and so connected with our audience.”
I’ve said time and again that Rhodes would be the face of my company based on answers like this. It’s why I look forward to him someday taking over WWE and restoring public decorum to management.
Now, I’m not here to argue my case for the face of WWE because it really comes down to who the audience sees fit. I would, however, make the case for it being the most high-profile performer — the one constantly making media rounds, attending charity events, and representing the company in the mold of Hulk Hogan, John Cena, and The Miz.
One name Rhodes mentioned that really resonated with me was Liv Morgan. Watching her do promotional work last fall in Saudi Arabia, where her success in big matches is unmatched, gave me a greater appreciation for her, and I could concede that Morgan is a solid choice for the face of WWE.
But again, I’m not here for that conversation.
Years ago, former WWE owner Vince McMahon said his company made movies. Despite a change in ownership, it still does. And what does every great movie have? A soundtrack, specifically one tune that succinctly defines an entire film.
In WWE, the one theme that boldly defines the company is Morgan’s “Trouble.”
Recently, it was named the greatest song in WWE history, beating out such hits as “With My Baby Tonight” and “Real American” in a totally unbiased vote by yours truly.
Looking at the history of WWE, and possibly the entire genre of professional wrestling, “Trouble” takes the cake as the greatest song ever.
Why? Because it’s original, it’s uniquely pro wrestling, yet could have crossover appeal with the right promotion. The lyrics have bite and fit Morgan’s character to a tee. It also signals a switch from previous generations, as the women of WWE are now just as over-the-top and wildly popular as their male counterparts.
Like any great song, it’s also hard to get out of your head once you hear it. Why, it even beats out mainstream hits like Living Colour’s “Cult of Personality,” used by CM Punk, and the Road Warriors’ entrance theme, Black Sabbath’s “Iron Man.”
Comparing any of those songs to “Trouble” is, as Bobby “The Brain” Heenan would say, “Like comparing prime rib to lunch meat.”
Now, if you all know the words, join me in singing them in the comments section.
Or, following the diplomatic example set by OUR QB1, tell me what you think is the soundtrack of WWE.