FIFA World Cup 2026 Song ‘Lighter’ released featuring Jelly Roll and Carin Leon

• Lighter is the first single release, bringing Canadian, Mexican and United States music talent in one song for the Official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Album, representing all three nations

• Football and music come together for the Official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Album to create one global rhythm that celebrates the beautiful game.

• Listen to Lighter across all major streaming services

• Multimedia assets are available for media representatives to download for editorial purposes via the FIFA Digital Hub. 

FIFA has officially launched the rollout of the Official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Album with the release of its first single, Lighter, performed by Jelly Roll and Carín León and produced by Cirkut.

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The track marks the opening chapter of a landmark musical project designed to accompany what is expected to be the most inclusive FIFA World Cup™ in history.

Lighter is now available across all major streaming platforms and brings together musical influences from the tournament’s three host nations — the United States, Mexico, and Canada.

Blending Jelly Roll’s country style with Carín León’s regional Mexican sound, the single reflects a fusion of genres that captures the cultural diversity of North America and the universal appeal of football.

“The FIFA World Cup is one of the rare moments when the entire world moves to the same rhythm,” said FIFA President Gianni Infantino. “The Official FIFA World Cup 2026 Album is not simply a musical accompaniment to the tournament; it’s a statement about where the global game is going. By bringing together artists whose voices resonate across continents, we are creating something that mirrors the scale, ambition and cultural impact of this historic competition. Lighter marks the beginning of that journey. It is a powerful expression of resilience, energy and joy – a song that will connect with fans everywhere and become part of the atmosphere in stadiums, fan celebrations and communities around the world throughout the tournament.”

Reflecting on the collaboration, Jelly Roll said: “Music has a way of reaching people in places you’d never expect, and the way this song came together with Carín León and Cirkut is proof of that.

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I’ve had a whole lot of respect for both of them for a long time, so getting to come together on this record has been real special. Grateful to be able to share it with folks all over the world.”

Carín León added: “Collaborating with an artist like Jelly Roll, and doing so for nothing less than the biggest sporting event in the world, is something that fills me with pride. As a Mexican, I’m incredibly excited to be part of this project and to bring a piece of our music and culture to so many corners of the world. Very grateful for the opportunity and happy to share what we love most: music from the soul.”

Producer Cirkut also highlighted the creative vision behind the project: “Working with Jelly Roll and Carín León on the first record of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ album was a real honour. We wanted to create something that carries the sound and soul of the host countries and hits in a way that connects with fans around the world.”

As the lead release, Lighter signals a new direction for FIFA World Cup music, with the full album set to showcase a wide range of global artists and musical styles.

The project is designed to reflect the diversity of the 48-team tournament, bringing together different cultures, sounds, and perspectives into a unified global rhythm.

By combining established international stars with emerging talents, the album aims to bridge the worlds of football and music, offering fans a deeper cultural connection to the tournament while celebrating the global spirit of the game.