This track, composed and produced for the 2023 FIFA Club World Cup in Jeddah, KSA, marks a groundbreaking moment as it was the first FIFA event in Saudi Arabia. Embodying the vibrant spirit and rich culture of Jeddah and its people, this song was masterfully produced by world-renowned producer and FIFA veteran, RedOne, and brought to life with a stellar performance by the four-time Grammy nominee Bebe Rexha. It’s streaming across all major music platforms, reaching the world and standing as a resonant symbol of Saudi's growing presence in the world of international sports and entertainment.

In the spirit of Saudi Vision 2030's initiative to open Saudi Arabia to the global stage, the Club World Cup in Jeddah was a landmark event. The song highlighted a local hero, the Ittihad Football Club—one of Jeddah's most esteemed and one of Saudi Arabia’s oldest and most historic clubs—competing against renowned international teams. This event, and our accompanying anthem, is a celebration of cultural fusion and sporting excellence. The song interweaves local musical elements with global pop sensibilities, representing a cultural bridge connecting Saudi Arabia's rich heritage with the world. It's a testament to the nation's growing role in global sports, arts, and culture, epitomizing how traditional Saudi values can influence contemporary global trends. For anyone unfamiliar with the region, this work offers a window into the evolving cultural landscape of Saudi Arabia, showcasing its dynamic progression and aspiration to be a hub of international collaboration and innovation.

In anticipation of the Club World Cup, our captivating football anthem was released as a music video across social media, and streaming audio on all major music platforms. The song itself was a moment where the stars aligned, culminating in a creative collaboration between the acclaimed composer RedOne and the globally celebrated, four-time Grammy nominee Bebe Rexha. It served as the soundtrack for the tournament featuring clubs from around the world and resonating with their fans across the globe. This strategic launch not only heightened the excitement for the event but also showcased the intersection of global music talent with the pulsating energy of football.

Saudi Arabia is emerging as a key player in world football, as the country's transforms into a major player in global sporting events. The FIFA Club World Cup in December 2023, which took place in Jeddah, was a chance to present Saudi Arabia's culture and hospitality to the world. The project aimed to create a song and video to encourage attendance and engagement with the grand event. The goal was to demonstrate Saudi Arabia's readiness for global sports events by merging local sounds with modern global music trends. The anthem embodied the championship's vibrancy and provided a memorable event soundtrack that people are still streaming in large numbers today.

The anthem’s release generated widespread excitement, where international audiences experienced the local Saudi chants from Jeddah’s vibrant and energetic fanbase, blending with a global and modern sound. This nuance was expertly encapsulated in Bebe Rexha's performance, introducing global listeners to a modern cultural experience that doesn’t sound like anything else. Locally, the Saudi audience felt a deep sense of pride hearing their anthem resonate around the world.

The song achieved significant success, with over "4.5 M" listens during the event. It spurred active engagement from Ittihad fans across social media platforms. Across the world, the international audience felt a warm welcome to visit Saudi Arabia and attend the event, invited with this song.

Overall, the song announced the Club World Cup on a grand scale, represented the local culture proudly, and successfully introduced and welcomed attendees to this international event.

Arabic Hook:

Oh night oh long nights, let us win

V1:

This thing is international

It’s ringing out around the globe

Yeah I can hear a heartbeat banging like a drum

It’s universal when we speak

And all my people in the streets

Know what it is and we ain’t stopping til weve won

PRE:

I never run a runaway

You know I came I came to play

Always knew we’d make it

Make it this far

I’m on I’m on I’m on a wave

Not looking back to yesterday

Gonna keep on reaching to the stars

HOOK:

I WANNA BE

WHERE I BELONG

RIGHT HERE AND NOW

FOREVER YOUNG

I WANNA BE

WHERE I BELONG

I HEAR THR CROWD

It's on its ON

Arabic Hook:

Oh night oh long nights, let us win

V2:

This feeling’s unbelievable

Its with me everywhere I go

I FEEL THE ENERGY IT’S RUNNING THROUGH ME NOW

So let’s do what we came to do

No holding back just me and you

The world ain’t ready for us come on let’s get loud

HOOK:

I WANNA BE

WHERE I BELONG

RIGHT HERE AND NOW

FOREVER YOUNG

I WANNA BE

WHERE I BELONG

HERE WITH MY CROWD

IT’S ON IT’S ON

Arabic Hook:

Oh night oh long nights, let us win