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FIFA Previews 'Lighter' by Jelly Roll and Carín León as First Track of 2026 World Cup Album

FIFA replaces a single anthem with a multi-artist album tailored to the U.S., Mexico and Canada hosts.

Overview

  • The full song is slated to arrive on digital platforms on March 20 after a brief preview was shared on official channels.
  • 'Lighter' is produced by Cirkut, recognized as the 2026 Grammy Producer of the Year in the non-classical category.
  • The track opens FIFA’s new album-first strategy under its FIFA Sound initiative, which Gianni Infantino says will unite football and music.
  • The collaboration blends regional Mexican with country, rock and urban elements to reflect the tournament’s cross-border identity.
  • FIFA says additional tracks and artists will be revealed with the album rollout, while early reactions to the preview have been mixed.