Martyn Ware Reveals How Much Rockstar Games Offered Them To Feature Their Song in GTA 6

The wait for Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6) is one of the most excruciating in gaming history. Rockstar Games has kept information tightly under wraps, releasing only a single trailer so far, yet the anticipation among fans is at an all-time high. With over a decade since the launch of GTA 5, expectations for the next installment are sky-high. Every piece of news, no matter how small, is dissected by eager gamers searching for clues about the game’s features, soundtrack, and possible surprises.

One of the most beloved aspects of GTA games is their in-game radio stations, which feature carefully curated music that defines the era and atmosphere of the game world. And now, a recent revelation by a musician has given fans a rare glimpse into how Rockstar Games selects and licenses music for its iconic franchise. The amount offered to have a song featured in GTA 6 has surprised many, sparking debate over artist compensation in one of the biggest entertainment releases of the decade.

Rockstar offered a sum of $7,500 each to a three-man band for “Temptation”

Music has always been an integral part of the Grand Theft Auto experience. Naturally, expectations are high for GTA 6, with fans eager to hear what Rockstar has in store for its latest radio selections. Recently, British musician Martyn Ware, co-founder of the band Heaven 17 took to X to reveal that Rockstar Games approached him to include his 1983 hit song Temptation in GTA 6. While initially excited at the prospect of his music being part of such a massive cultural phenomenon, Ware was taken aback by the offer.