African music powerhouses Burna Boy, Mr Eazi, Darkoo, and Obongjayar are making global headlines with their standout contributions to F1: The Album, the official soundtrack for the highly anticipated Formula 1 movie.
The four acclaimed artists bring their unique sounds and creative edge to a project designed to capture the adrenaline and drama of the racing world.
Leading the pack is Burna Boy, who delivers a soul-stirring ballad titled Don’t Let Me Drown. The track, layered with haunting vocals and rich instrumentation, adds raw emotion to the cinematic experience. Mr Eazi follows with his signature Afro-chill vibe, offering a laid-back yet infectious tune that balances the album’s intense energy.
Obongjayar, known for his genre-defying sound and poetic storytelling, contributes an atmospheric track that elevates the film’s emotional depth. Meanwhile, Darkoo brings fierce energy and bold UK-Nigerian fusion flows, perfect for the movie’s high-speed racing sequences.
Their involvement not only highlights the global influence of African music but also adds diversity and emotional range to a soundtrack packed with international talent. Blending Afrobeats, hip-hop, electronic, and cinematic elements, F1: The Album stands as a bold, genre-spanning project crafted to enhance both the film’s storytelling and the listening experience with it’s soundtrack.
This latest crossover of music and film showcases how African artists continue to command the global stage, contributing to projects that celebrate creativity without borders.
Our superstars all delivered amazing records off the new F1 movie soundtrack.
Afrobeats >>> pic.twitter.com/MPsimzWk0t
— SHFL (@whatsonshuffle) June 27, 2025
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