The FIFA World Cup 2022 is almost upon us. With the mega event just weeks away, the hype around the footballing extravaganza is increasing at an unprecedented rate. One way that the hosts promote an event of such stature is by making anthems and songs about the event.
Qatar, the host of this year’s FIFA World Cup is doing the same as it has released four singles on the official soundtrack of FIFA 2022. The latest single, called the Light the Sky features Bollywood actress and dancer Nora Fatehi.
The all-women star cast features, Fatehi alongside award-winning Moroccan singer-songwriter Manal, Iraqi superstar Rahma Riad and singer Balqees from the United Arab Emirates.
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“Football, like music, is a universal language that has a passionate following – and I have witnessed this with my own eyes wherever I have travelled across the globe. It has been a privilege to collaborate with such passionate and talented women to create something that celebrates our roots and the excitement of the FIFA World Cup,” Fatehi, the Manike star said.
An inspirational song with its roots formerly in the Middle East- RedOne
The music video focuses on and celebrates the inclusion of female referees for the first time in a World Cup. All six women referees are featured in the song as well.
RedOne, FIFA’s entertainment executive and song producer said, “ Light The Sky tells us to ‘shout if you’re with me’ and brings to life the spirit of communal celebration of the FIFA World Cup – an energising message as we look forward to a game-changing tournament of firsts.”
“This is an inspirational song with its roots firmly in the Middle East. It is also fitting that the first-ever female referees at a FIFA World Cup are part of this release that will connect with football and music lovers of all ages,” concluded RedOne.
FIFA World Cup starts on 20th November when Qatar faces Ecuador in the curtain-raiser match. Meanwhile, Lionel Messi has announced that this will be his last World Cup with his national team Argentina.
