Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Skales has unveiled a new single titled “Dance Like Lamine Yamal,” a vibrant tribute to FC Barcelona’s teenage football prodigy, Lamine Yamal.
This release comes on the heels of a remarkable resurgence of Skales’ 2015 hit, Shake Body, which recently gained viral traction after Yamal and fellow Spanish footballers were seen dancing to it during the Copa del Rey celebrations.
The spontaneous dance video, featuring Yamal, Nico Williams, and Samu Omorodion, amassed over 142 million views on TikTok, catapulting Shake Body back into global playlists and reigniting Skales’ international presence. Capitalizing on this momentum, Skales not only joined the FC Barcelona squad at their Copa del Rey afterparty but also met with Yamal and his family, further solidifying the cross-cultural connection between music and football.
“Dance Like Lamine Yamal” encapsulates this unique intersection of sports and music, blending infectious rhythms with playful lyrics that celebrate Yamal’s dynamic presence both on and off the pitch. Skales shared a snippet of the track on his social media platforms, inviting fans to join in the celebration and dance along to the new anthem.
This collaboration highlights the powerful synergy between global sports figures and music artists, demonstrating how viral moments can transcend cultural boundaries and create unifying experiences for fans worldwide.
