
Burna Boy's "For Everybody" Unites African Sports Stars
Grammy winner Burna Boy just dropped a new single celebrating African excellence with some of the continent's biggest football stars. The music film premiered live at AFCON 2026, blending athletic choreography with powerful storytelling about African pride and unity.
When Burna Boy wanted to celebrate African culture, he brought together football legends from across the continent to show the world what unity looks like.
The Grammy-winning artist just released "For Everybody," a music film featuring powerhouse athletes including Real Madrid's Camavinga and Militão, Barcelona's Asisat Oshoala, Chelsea legend Claude Makelele, and South Africa's Cheslin Kolbe. The project premiered at the Africa Cup of Nations Fan Zone in Rabat, Morocco, right before the final match between Morocco and Senegal.
Directed by award-winning filmmaker Dave Meyers, the video showcases athletic choreography that mirrors the rhythm and energy of African sport. Players and performers move together in scenes blending fashion, football culture, and community storytelling. The result is a visual celebration of what connects millions across the continent and beyond.
"This one is for the culture, for everyone carrying our sound, our spirit and our story around the world," Burna Boy said about the release. His lyrics focus on resilience, legacy, and the power of collective momentum, themes that resonate deeply with fans watching their heroes both on the pitch and in the studio.

Dave Meyers described the experience as an honor. "Africa is a continent of extraordinary cultural richness, defined by beauty, grace, and boundless diversity," he shared. "Being welcomed into that space to celebrate its fashion and movement, set to the anthemic pulse of Burna Boy, was an invitation I felt truly honored to receive."
The Ripple Effect
The collaboration shows how music and sport can amplify African voices on the global stage. By featuring athletes who represent different countries and playing styles, the project highlights the continent's diversity while celebrating shared identity. Fans from Lagos to London can see themselves reflected in both the music and the movement.
The timing couldn't be better, arriving during one of Africa's biggest sporting moments. Young people across the continent now have another anthem that speaks to their ambitions and celebrates their heritage without apology.
The video is now available on both Burna Boy's and SportyTV's YouTube channels, ready to inspire the next generation of African creators, athletes, and dreamers who refuse to be limited by others' expectations.
Based on reporting by Myjoyonline Ghana
This story was written by BrightWire based on verified news reports.
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