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1985 Bears' Hit Single 'The Super Bowl Shuffle' Is The Subject Of New HBO Documentary

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HBO's documentary "The Shuffle" will premiere on November 25 at 8 p. m. , celebrating the Chicago Bears' legendary 1985 hit "The Super Bowl Shuffle. " The 40-minute film features interviews with key players such as Mike Singletary and Jim McMahon, who discuss the song's unexpected success. Singletary reflects on the pressure to perform well, stating, “If we don’t go to the Super Bowl, we are going to be the biggest idiots ever.

” The song reached No. 41 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was nominated for a Grammy, illustrating its impact on pop culture. The documentary explores the dynamic interplay between sports, music, and societal attitudes during that era. The Bears' 1985 season was marked by a 15-1 record, culminating in their only Super Bowl victory. As of this year, the current Bears team is positioned at 7-3 in their division.

This documentary promises to resonate with both longtime fans and new generations of Chicagoans.

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