Rema and Shallipopi’s popular track “Benin Boys” has been featured on the EA FC 25 soundtrack to highlight Nigerian music going international. Popularly known previously as the FIFA video game, the soundtrack showcases international talents from around the world, and this time it is Nigerian Afro-fusion that is taking over the stage.
Benin Boys”, of course, stands out with its catchy beat and mentioning of Benin City amidst the playlist that features a raft of artists across the world. This move simply underlines the increasing importance of Nigerian musicians as they continue to rule the streaming platforms and international stages. Nigerian artists are leading this conversation, not just part of it.