Trick Williams has opened up about the song that inspired his current WWE entrance theme, ‘Locked In’ by Def Rebel. Since his promotion to WWE’s main roster, Williams’ entrance has become one of the most impressive and memorable performances seen recently.
How Kendrick Lamar’s Hit Shaped Trick Williams’ Theme
On the podcast My Mom’s Basement, Williams discussed the roots of his entrance music, citing “Family Ties” by Kendrick Lamar and Baby Keem as the key inspiration. He explained that when pitching ideas to the music producer, he emphasized his admiration for the horns, bass, and drums in that song.
Williams detailed his vision for the theme:
“The original pitch that I gave the music guy was, I love Family Ties by Kendrick Lamar and Baby Keem. I love the horns at the beginning. I like the horns, I like the bass, I like the drums on it.
“It feels like royalty, like hip hop royalty is walking in the room. And that’s how I saw myself, representing that hip hop culture, and those horns, it makes it feel like such a big deal.
“They came back with the theme that I have now, I was like, ‘Bro, this is perfect.”
— Trick Williams, WWE Superstar
Audience Reaction and The Theme’s Unique Impact
The instrumental nature of Williams’ theme has led to an unexpected fan reaction. Since his debut, audiences have chanted “Whoop That Trick,” which has added to the energy and excitement surrounding his entrance. Williams expressed his surprise and appreciation for this crowd involvement.
“Mind you – the theme is an instrumental. I didn’t know people were gonna be chanting, and since day one, people chanted Whoop That Trick, so that was always like, wow, better than I could have imagined it. But the theme itself, I loved it right away.”
— Trick Williams, WWE Superstar
The Growing Presence of Trick Williams in WWE
Williams’ rising status in WWE is reflected not only in his powerful entrances but also in the strong connection he has built with fans through his music and style. His ability to represent hip hop culture authentically resonates with audiences, setting him apart on the main roster.
As Williams continues to climb, his theme music, steeped in the influence of Kendrick Lamar and Baby Keem, remains a defining element of his WWE persona, enhancing his identity inside the ring and beyond.
