Bayley Finisher & Theme Song

Last Modified Feb 14, 2025 18:08 GMT
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Bayley, born Pamela Martinez, is a veteran professional wrestler signed to WWE. Debuting in 2012, Bayley rose through the ranks of NXT, WWE's developmental brand, and became famous for her infectious enthusiasm and undeniable in-ring talent. Her dedication to the sport and her ability to connect with the crowd propelled her to the top of the NXT women's division, culminating in her reign as the inaugural NXT Women's Champion. Known for her energetic personality and signature hugs, Bayley quickly graduated to the main roster in 2016.

There, she established herself as a dominant force, capturing the Raw Women's Championship and the SmackDown Women's Championship on multiple occasions. Her championship pedigree extends further with two reigns as the WWE Women's Tag Team Champion alongside her tag team partner, Sasha Banks. Beyond the gold medals, Bayley's legacy is built on her unwavering resilience and her commitment to entertaining the WWE Universe. In 2019, she won the Money in the Bank and then won the Royal Rumble in 2023 by setting the record of the longest time spent in the match by a female superstar.

Bayley Finisher & Signature Moves

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Bayley mainly uses Rose Plant as her finishing move. While she has utilized a few different finishers throughout her career, Rose Plant and formerly Bayley-to-Belly remain the most well-known ones.

Finisher NameFinisher Full NameDuration
Rose Plant Armbar Trap Headlock Driver September 18, 2008 - March 19, 2013, September 2, 2019 - Present
Bayley Elbow DropDiving Elbow DropJanuary 1, 2017 - Present
Bayley-to-Belly / Hug-plexBelly-to-Belly SuplexMarch 20, 2013 - September 1, 2019
Scissored Armbar March 20, 2013 - December 31, 2015

Rose Plant

In recent years, Bayley has transitioned to using the Rose Plant as her primary finisher. This move involves trapping the opponent's arm behind their back and driving them face-first into the mat with a modified facebuster motion.

Bayley-to-Belly

Bayley's first and arguably most well-known finisher is the Bayley-to-Belly. This move involves her whipping the opponent with a suplex motion, landing them face-first on the mat. The move can be executed in various ways, including a standard version and a more impactful version performed off the top rope - Avalanche Bayley-to-Belly.

Sliding Elbow Drop

This move is a staple of Bayley's offensive repertoire. She runs the ropes and connects with a flying elbow drop on a grounded opponent. It's a signature move that allows Bayley to showcase her agility and explosiveness in the ring.

Bayley Signature Moves

Here are the list of signature moves that Bayley uses or have used over the years:

    • Bayleycanrana (Super frankensteiner, sometimes inverted)
    • Diving back elbow, sometimes while performing a corkscrew
    • Running back elbow to a cornered opponent, often preceded by a running turnbuckle thrust with theatrics

Also Read: What is Bayley's Net Worth in 2025?

What Theme Song Does Bayley Use?

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Bayley currently uses “Role Model” as her theme song. The song was composed by Def Rebel and was debuted by Bayley in 2024 when she turned face. Before Role Model, The Golden Role Model had used a few different theme songs in WWE.

Name of Theme SongDuration
"Role Model" by def rebelApril 7, 2024 - Present
"Deliverance" by def rebelOctober 11, 2019 - April 6, 2024
We Got the Rage" by def rebel - with Damage CTRL - TeamSeptember 12, 2022 - February 2, 2024
"Turn It Up" by CFO$September 18, 2014 - October 12, 2019
"Boyfriend" by Hollywood MusicJune 12, 2013 - September 17, 2014

Role Model (2024 - Present)

In contrast to the cheerful energy of "Turn It Up," Bayley's current theme song, "Role Model," has a more powerful and dominant sound. This shift reflects her character transformation into a confident and assertive champion. After Bayley won the Women’s Championship at WrestleMania XL, she started sporting this new theme song composed by Def Rebel.

Deliverance (2019 - 2024)

In 2019, Bayley's entrance theme changed to "Deliverance." This song marked a shift in her character, with a slower and more powerful sound. It reflects Bayley's transformation into a dominant and confident champion.

We Got The Rage (2022 - 2024)

When Bayley teamed up with Dakota Kai and Iyo Sky as part of the faction Damage CTRL, their entrance theme was "We Got the Rage." This high-energy song with a rebellious attitude reflects the group's dominant and aggressive persona. Bayley left Damage CTRL in 2024.

Turn It Up (2014 - 2019)

Bayley's original entrance theme was "Turn It Up." This upbeat and energetic song reflected her earlier character as an enthusiastic and huggable champion. It had a positive and motivational vibe that resonated with fans. The song was composed by CFO$

Boyfriend (2013 - 2014)

Before "Turn It Up," Bayley used "Boyfriend" as her entrance theme during her time in NXT. While the song was not used for a long period, it had a more playful and lighthearted feel compared to her later themes. It was composed by Hollywood Music.

FAQ on Bayley Theme Song

A. Bayley currently uses Role Model by Def Rebel as her theme song. 
A. Bayley’s theme song was composed by Def Rebel. 
A. Bayley turned heel in September 2019. 
A. Bayley is an American by nationality. 
A. Bayley’s finisher is called Rose Plant. 

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