Jaylann and L’Artiste to unveil TotalEnergies CAF AFCON Morocco 2025 official song at opening ceremony
As Africa prepares for the kick-off of its biggest football spectacle, music will take centre stage alongside the game itself, with Jaylann, L’Artiste and Angélique Kidjo set to perform the official song of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025 at the opening ceremony.
The song, whose title will be revealed during the live performance, will be unveiled ahead of the tournament’s opening match between hosts Morocco and Comoros on Sunday, 21 December, marking the formal start of the TotalEnergies CAF AFCON Morocco 2025.
This year’s anthem brings together three distinct musical worlds: the emerging Moroccan pop scene, global urban sounds shaped in Europe, and the deep-rooted African rhythms that have travelled the world for decades.
Angélique Kidjo: a global African icon
Few artists embody African cultural influence on the world stage like Angélique Kidjo. The Beninese singer, songwriter and activist is a five-time Grammy Award winner and one of Africa’s most celebrated musical exports.
Across a career spanning more than three decades, Kidjo has fused traditional African music with funk, jazz, R&B and Latin influences, collaborating with global stars while remaining firmly anchored in African identity. Beyond music, she is a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, using her platform to advocate for education, women’s rights and cultural preservation.
Her involvement brings historical weight and global credibility to the TotalEnergies CAF AFCON Morocco 2025 anthem, reinforcing the tournament’s status as a continental event with worldwide reach.
L’Artiste: bridging Africa, Europe and the global charts
Born Youssef Akdim, L’Artiste has established himself as one of the most recognisable French-Moroccan artists of the last decade. Rising to prominence with the hit Maestro in 2016, he went on to deliver a string of international successes including Clandestino, Missile – Acte II, Chocolat and Ciao Amigo.
His 2019 album Quartier Latin, featuring the global hit Peligrosa with Karol G, cemented his crossover appeal, while later projects showcased a more reflective and personal side.
L’Artiste’s inclusion gives the TotalEnergies CAF AFCON Morocco 2025 anthem a contemporary urban edge, connecting African football to global youth culture and international audiences.
Jaylann: Morocco’s new voice on a continental stage
Representing the host nation and a new generation of African artists, Jaylann brings a fresh and youthful sound to the project.
The Moroccan singer has risen rapidly through the urban and pop music scene, earning attention for his modern production style and strong digital following. His recent releases have resonated strongly with younger audiences, positioning him as one of Morocco’s most promising contemporary voices.
Performing the official TotalEnergies CAF AFCON Morocco 2025 song on home soil places Jaylann at the heart of a moment that blends national pride with continental celebration.
-CAFonline
