Barcelona Teen Sensation Lamine Yamal Declares Love for Afrobeats, Names Burna Boy and Rema as Favourites

Barcelona’s rising star Lamine Yamal has taken fans by surprise with a revelation that proves his connection with African culture runs deeper than expected.

In a recent interview with TTV, the 16-year-old winger shared that he’s a big fan of Afrobeats, the genre that’s taken the global stage by storm. When asked about his favorite artists, Yamal didn’t hesitate to name Nigerian superstars Burna Boy and Rema.

“I listen [to] Afro music [a lot],” he said, before confidently adding, “Burna and Rema.”

The revelation was especially interesting given Yamal’s recent association with Nigerian artist Skales, whose 2015 hit Shake Body saw a viral revival thanks to the footballer’s celebratory dance. Skales even dropped a new single titled Dance Like Lamine Yamal in his honour.

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Yamal’s love for Afrobeats isn’t just a passing statement—it’s a reflection of how global and powerful African music has become. From dressing rooms to training grounds, Afrobeats is the heartbeat of a generation of athletes who find joy, identity, and rhythm in its sounds.

It’s refreshing to see a Spanish-born superstar of Moroccan and Equatorial Guinean descent publicly showing love for African music. And with players like Yamal vibing to Burna Boy and Rema, it’s safe to say that Afrobeats isn’t just conquering charts—it’s conquering locker rooms.

🌍 From Camp Nou to Lagos, the beat goes on.

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