Popular Nigerian Musician, David Adeleke, well known as Davido, has been featured in the Qatar 2022 World Cup official theme song.
The singer announced the development on his social media handle on Friday, saying the official soundtrack is titled ‘Hayya Hayya’, meaning “Better Together”.
“I’m honored to be featured on the Official #FIFAWorldCup 2022 Soundtrack! See y’all later 2NITE! This one is for Africa! TULE!!!! 🤞🏾❤️ WE RISE!”, Davido wrote on Twitter.
Aside from Davido, the single featured US star, Trinidad Cardona, and Qatari sensation, Aisha, ahead of tonight’s final draw for the tournament.
Confirming this on its official page, FIFA said their choice is to “connect with audiences worldwide through the shared passions of football and music.”
It said, “The entertainment strategy was conceived to create innovative and meaningful connections between football fans, music enthusiasts, players, artists, and the game and songs they all love.
“The combination of breakthrough US star Trinidad Cardona, Afrobeats icon Davido and Qatari sensation Aisha captures the spirit of the FIFA World Cup™ and the FIFA Sound strategy by bringing together inspiration from across the globe.”
FIFA Chief Commercial Office, Kay Madati, reacting, said, “By bringing together voices from the Americas, Africa, and the Middle East, this song symbolizes how music – and football – can unite the world.
“As part of FIFA’s revamped music strategy, the multi-song soundtrack will bring passionate fans closer to the spirit of the FIFA World Cup like never before.”