Over the last few days a petition has been storming the internet, calling for Barack Obama to change the American national anthem from The Star Spangled Banner, to the universally loved and appreciated Escape From The City.

We all remember Crush 40's Escape From The City blasting out of our television speakers, as we zoomed downhill on a snowboard ripped off a plane's wing. It was one of Sonic's finest moments and the track behind it made it truly unforgettable.

The reason for this stirring petition's rise is due to a recent seated protest. In both England and the USA, individuals seem to keep coming under fire for not doing the appropriate thing whilst the national anthem plays at public events. This could be signalling the return of the reds. Keep an eye on your neighbours.

Usually politicians are the ones getting hounded by the media to behave more patriotically, but this time they've been good, respecting the eagle and all those who are free beneath it.

The perpetrator of this cruel act of disunity could in fact hold a title far more important to America's social mentality than a measly politician, whose public images struggle to be anything more than a boring face on the television.

What we have here is something quite scary, in fact. 49ers quarterback, Colin Kaepernick, decided to remain seated during the pre-game singalong of The Star Spangled Banner, the national anthem currently defending its title against crowd favourite, Escape From The City from Sonic Adventure 2.

Much of the media seem to believe that he is trying to say something about racial issues in America.

"The National Football League (NFL) player refused to stand in protest at the oppression of people of colour in the US, whilst remaining seated and humming what sounded like "Follow me, set me free..."" is what most media outlets are reporting of his stationary, violent lashings out to the flag.

However, Colin came to me directly once he realized how grossly the mainstream world media had distorted his message.

"Don't get me wrong. The thing everyone thinks I'm sitting down for while everyone else is standing up is a great thing and I totally agree with it. I'm glad I've sparked conversations about race and accidentally become a major spokesperson on a worldwide issue," he admitted.

"But the real reason and passion I'm sitting down seems to have gotten lost."

"I won't stand up at the pre-game karaoke until Barack Obama changes the national anthem from that boring one it is now, to my favourite song ever, Escape From The City by Crush 40!" he said, gritting his teeth in fury and slamming his fists on the cafe table where I interviewed him.

Having spoken to Colin first as a pen-friend and then as a personal acquaintance over many years, I understand that his feelings on the subject are very strong.

However, the NFL is playing Yin and Yang in their opinion of Colin's protest. Some find his actions against the flag menacing while others, who have clearly played Sonic Adventure 2, find his stance uplifting.

Jim Brown, former Cleveland Browns running back and long time fan of the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise, said:

"He's within his rights and he's telling the truth as he sees it and I am with him 100 percent."

However, Drew Brees, New Orleans Saints quarterback and television deprived child, said he wholeheartedly disagreed.

"He can speak out about a very important issue. But there are plenty of other ways that you can do that in a peaceful manner that doesn't involve being disrespectful to the American flag."

Skeptics around the NFL and the media have criticized Brees' comments, wondering whether or not he actually knows the form of protest that Colin took.

"It seems that Brees is taking pacifism to a new level. If sitting down isn't a peacefulenough protest, then I don't know what is," said Roger Goodell, NFL commissioner and three-time speedrun champion of Sonic Adventure 2.

However, after some research into Brees' early life it seems that he was often bullied in school when sat at his desk with his peers. This has led Brees to fear the seated position above all other stances the human body can take, including that of an American footballer flying at your face, feet first.

So, although it may be a bumpy ride for Colin in his mission to persuade Barack Obama to strip The Star Spangled Banner's long-standing position as the American national anthem, with enough support from the NFL, peaceful protesting methods and you signing this petition, we may yet see Colin Kaepernick standing before the red, white and blue once more.