“My Life Just Restarted” — Skales Overjoyed as ‘Shake Body’ Goes Viral Again, Thanks to Barcelona Teen Star Lamine Yamal
Nigerian singer Raoul John Njeng-Njeng, popularly known as Skales, is basking in the warmth of an unexpected comeback moment, after his 2015 hit single ‘Shake Body’ resurfaced on global trends — thanks to Spanish football prodigy Lamine Yamal.
The Barcelona teenager sparked the wave when he, along with teammates Nico Williams and Samu Omorodion, was captured dancing joyfully to the track following their thrilling 3-2 El Clásico win over Real Madrid in the Copa del Rey final.
Skales, who later met Yamal and his mother in Spain over the weekend, couldn’t contain his joy. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), the singer shared a heartfelt message:
“I feel like my life just restarted again… I’m nothing but a learner. Please allow me to enjoy this moment without disrespecting anyone that has achieved way more than me… God is the greatest. Let’s grow together y’all.”
Our Take:
Skales’ humility in this moment is what makes it even more beautiful. ‘Shake Body’ was a club anthem in 2015, but for it to resurface a decade later in such an organic and global way is a rare gift that many artists dream of.
The virality not only affirms the timelessness of Afrobeat rhythm, but it also highlights how football and music, two of the world’s most beloved passions, continue to bridge cultures and generations.
This isn’t just a win for Skales — it’s a win for Nigerian music, a reminder that a good song never truly dies, and a motivation for creatives to keep the faith.
📀💃⚽🇳🇬
#ShakeBodyIsBack #SkalesReturns #NaijaToTheWorld #LamineYamal #AfrobeatsGlobal #10YearsStrong #MusicMagic #CopaDelRey #TimelessHits #NigerianMusicRebirth
