Houston ? A song in-spired by Yao Ming is sweeping the city. No wonder — it’s simple, has a peppy beat and is easy to dunk to.

Houston Rockets fans have been singing the infectious chorus of “It’s a Ming Thing” for weeks.

You can, too. Just chant “Yao Ming, Yao Ming-Yao Ming-Yao Ming, Yao Ming, Yao Ming” to the tune of the soccer-fan anthem “Ole, Ole, Ole.”

The song was penned before the 7-foot-6 Yao even signed a contract with the Rockets as the No. 1 pick in the draft.

“Subconsciously, I found myself singing it at home,” Rockets coach Rudy Tomjanovich said.

The song was written by Chance McClain, a real estate appraiser, and Kevin Ryan, a graphic artist.

They grew up together in the area and have churned out other tunes, usually lighthearted looks at the Houston sports scene. But “It’s a Ming Thing” is their big number.