It was released 12 June 2006 as "The People's Anthem," after being voted on by fans of Virgin Radio DJ Christian O'Connell's morning show (see 2006 in British music). On 18 June, the single debuted at #10 in the UK Singles Chart, two places below the official song of the England squad, "World at Your Feet" by Embrace.
On June 12, 2006, "The People's Anthem," following a fan vote (as recorded in British music of that year), debuted at #10 on the UK Singles Chart. This position was two spots below "World at Your Feet" by Embrace, which was England's team song.