Davido, Rema, Burna Boy and Ayra Starr Put Afrobeats on FIFA World Cup Album

Four of Nigeria’s biggest music stars are taking Afrobeats to one of the world’s largest sporting stages. Davido, Rema, Burna Boy and Ayra Starr have been included in the official FIFA World Cup 2026 album, bringing Nigerian music into a global project built around football, culture and international collaboration.

FIFA unveiled the album lineup on June 3, announcing a collection of songs featuring artists from different countries and musical backgrounds. The selection quickly became a talking point for Nigerian music fans, with four familiar names appearing alongside major international acts.

##Which Songs Feature Nigeria’s Biggest Stars?

Each Nigerian artist appears on a different track, with collaborations that connect Afrobeats to other genres and audiences.

Rema features on “Goals” alongside South Korean star LISA and Brazilian singer Anitta. Davido appears on “No Place Like Home” with Major Lazer and Nelly Furtado, while Ayra Starr joins American rapper Latto on “Show Me.”

Burna Boy, meanwhile, features alongside Colombian superstar Shakira on “Dai Dai,” the official song supporting the tournament and its global music campaign.

The collaborations give the Nigerian performers different entry points into an international audience. Rather than presenting Afrobeats as a single sound, the tracks place its artists within a wider mix of pop, electronic, Latin and hip-hop influences.

##Why Fans See It as a Big Global Moment

The FIFA World Cup attracts viewers from across continents, making its official music projects an opportunity for artists to reach listeners beyond their usual markets.

For Nigerian fans, the inclusion of four major stars is also a moment of national pride. Davido, Rema, Burna Boy and Ayra Starr have each built international audiences, and their appearance on the same FIFA album highlights the breadth of Nigerian talent represented in contemporary global music.

The selection is particularly significant because the World Cup is not simply a football competition. Its music, opening ceremonies and promotional campaigns help shape the cultural experience surrounding the tournament. Being part of that soundtrack connects Nigerian artists to a sporting event watched and discussed around the world.

##What It Says About Afrobeats Today

Afrobeats has increasingly moved beyond its core African audience, with Nigerian performers collaborating with international stars, touring abroad and attracting listeners through streaming platforms.

The FIFA World Cup album offers another example of that crossover. The four artists are not confined to one track or one collaboration; each has a separate place in a project that brings together different musical traditions.

Still, appearing on the album does not automatically guarantee new listeners or commercial success. The longer-term impact will depend on how audiences respond to the songs and whether the collaborations lead to further opportunities.

For now, the FIFA World Cup album gives Nigerian music another prominent international platform. With Davido, Rema, Burna Boy and Ayra Starr all involved, the project underlines Afrobeats’ growing visibility and the role Nigerian artists continue to play in shaping global pop culture.