Rema, Omah Lay & Shallipopi shine on EA FC25 official soundtrack playlist

The Nigerian boys are part of the numerous global artistes that were selected to make up the soundtrack.

Nigerian Afrobeats stars Rema, Omah Lay, and Shallipopi have been featured on the highly anticipated EAFC25 football game soundtrack, joining a roster of global artists for the game set to release on September 27th, 2024.

EA has unveiled the official soundtrack, which boasts an impressive 114 songs. This year, Rema, Omah Lay, and Shallipopi proudly carry the torch for Nigerian Afrobeats, following in the footsteps of past featured Nigerian artists like Olamide, Davido, Bad Boy Timz, Pheelz, and BNXN.

Known for reflecting global music trends, EA Sports has once again spotlighted the growing influence of Afrobeats in pop culture. Fans of both the game and these artists have taken to social media, excited to hear their favourite tracks while engaging with one of the world’s most iconic football games.

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Beyond the Nigerian stars, the EAFC25 soundtrack also features a diverse mix of global talent, including South African artist Moonchild Sanelly, Afro-Colombian group Kombilesa Mi, and international heavyweights like Kasabian, Billie Eilish, Charli XCX, Ice Spice, Disclosure, Coldplay, FKA Twigs, and a slew of others. This year's playlist continues to underscore the global appeal of the EAFC series, with Afrobeats at the forefront of this cultural moment.

With EA FC25’s massive global reach, this feature could open doors to new audiences for these artists and further propel Afrobeats into mainstream spaces. For fans of both football and music, this collaboration is a perfect match, combining the thrill of the game with the infectious rhythms of Afrobeats.

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