The global music industry has just gained a boost for the soundtrack of the next football world cup. South Korean singer Jihyo, member of the acclaimed girl group TWICE, has been officially announced as one of the lead voices for the anthem “Follow Me”, which is scheduled to be released next Friday, June 12th. The Asian artist’s entry into the project reinforces the organization’s strategy of attracting a young audience and diversifying the rhythms of the tournament.
Mix of rhythms marks the production of the tournament’s main track
The design of the theme song relies on a true cultural salad to represent the union of people through sport. In addition to the oriental pop phenomenon, the recording features the energy of the Brazilian Ludmilla, who takes the funk and pagode beats to international arenas, sharing the microphones with the French-Moroccan rapper French Montana and the singer Adelina C. All the sound engineering was under the responsibility of the renowned Swedish-Moroccan producer Nadir Khayat, known worldwide as RedOne, who already has a history of success in creating sound identities for large-scale sporting competitions.
Sports legends participate in the recording of the official music video
The visual appeal of the project will not be restricted to music stars alone, bringing idols who have made and continue to make history on the pitch in front of the camera. The audiovisual production of “Follow Me” guaranteed the presence of legendary stars from Brazil, such as the penta captain Cafu and striker Ronaldo Fenômeno, who share the scene with current talents. Players in full swing, such as Moroccan Brahim Diaz, Uruguayan midfielder Federico Valverde and Dutch full-back Denzel Dumfries, also recorded special appearances, giving the clip an atmosphere of authentic competition and football passion.
Project expansion includes new partnership with BLACKPINK star
The invasion of South Korean music into the competition goes beyond TWICE’s contribution, consolidating the genre as a pillar of today’s entertainment. Lisa, one of the most prominent members of the BLACKPINK phenomenon, lends her vocal talent to the track “Goals”, which is also part of the official catalog of songs approved by the international federation. This second musical work proposes an intense cultural exchange by placing the Asian rapper alongside Brazilian popstar Anitta and Nigerian singer Rema, creating an unprecedented fusion of afrobeats, funk and Asian pop.
Summary of musical collaborations confirmed for the championship
To make it easier for fans to follow, check out how the lineup of artists who will set the tone for the sports festival is divided:
- Main Anthem “Follow Me”:It brings together the voices of Jihyo (TWICE), Ludmilla, French Montana and Adelina C, with production by RedOne. The video material will feature major players from world football, including Ronaldo Fenômeno, Cafu, Federico Valverde, Denzel Dumfries and Brahim Diaz.
- Parallel track “Goals”:It features a joint performance by Lisa (BLACKPINK), Anitta and Rema. The first live performance of this collaboration is scheduled for June 12th, starting at 8:30 pm (Brasília time zone), during one of the tournament’s opening ceremonies.
Monumental structure and triple headquarters mark the next edition
The long-awaited live performance of the song “Goals” will take place on June 12th, at 8:30 pm (Brasília time), and will take place in the ultramodern facilities of SoFi Stadium, located in the United States. The 2026 event will go down in history for being the first to feature 48 teams competing for the trophy, which required an unprecedented organization divided between three host nations: the United States, Mexico and Canada. Due to this unprecedented expansion, the sporting calendar will encompass 104 matches spread over almost two months of intense competition. The inaugural games and big decisions will take place on iconic and distinct stages, encompassing the lawn of BMO Field on Canadian soil, the tradition of the Azteca Stadium in Mexico and the technology of SoFi Stadium itself in California.
