Messi and Portuguese superstar, Ronaldo have reigned prominently in the lyrics of songs released by ace singers
By Kehinde Okeowo
Argentine football star, Lionel Messi, has acknowledged and thanked top musicians who used his name in their respective songs.
Messi and Portuguese superstar, Cristiano Ronaldo have reigned prominently in the lyrics of songs released by prominent artistes.
Both men are often used by musicians all over the world to depict the summit of success.
This led Apple Music to dedicate an entire playlist to songs that feature Lionel Messi.
The compilation featured songs by Ace singers such as Kendrick Lamar, Travis Scott, Justin Bieber, Burna Boy, Stormzy, Bad Bunny, and Lil Uzi Vert.
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Speaking on the development in his recent interview with Apple Music’s Zane Lowe, Messi expressed his gratitude for being included in so many musical numbers.
“My sons also enjoy it and they are surprised to hear my name in a song. It’s actually really nice to be part of music from that angle,” he said (via Billboard.com).
He added: “For me, that is very moving and I am grateful to those who did it because I know that in all the lyrics, they mention me with lots of affection, flattering me for some reason.”
The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner also highlighted his love for music, saying football and music are intertwined.
“We listen to music in our everyday lives or before the matches and after the matches as well. The football environment and the locker room has music constantly. Generally, music is present in everything we do.
“I’ve always had that craze of listening to music going to games or listening to music before matches. During my whole career, it’s always been this way. Football and music coexist in a lot of these moments and places,” Messi further said.
