Ansu Fati, Messi's Barcelona Heir, Launches Music Career

Ansu Fati, the young Barcelona forward who famously inherited Lionel Messi's iconic No. 10 jersey, is venturing into a new arena: music. The player, currently on loan to Monaco, has officially launched his singing career with the release of his first single, titled "Sea como sea."

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Many people think they know my story because they saw my goals; what you will hear in this music is the other half.

The track became available on digital platforms on June 19, 2026, coinciding with the Spanish national team's participation in the World Cup. Fati, 23, intends to pursue his musical endeavors in parallel with his football career. He stated that his music offers "the other half" of his story, suggesting it delves into personal experiences beyond the goals fans have seen on the pitch.

This foray into music began organically, away from typical marketing plans. Fati developed the project in studios between Stade Louis II and Nice, collaborating with producer Gambinoalaprod after his training sessions with Monaco. During these sessions, he also connected with French midfielder Paul Pogba, who shared Fati's song on social media. Both players, navigating demanding personal journeys and physical recoveries, found music a valuable outlet for processing their experiences.

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I like to express what I live.

"Sea como sea" is a fusion of diverse musical influences, incorporating Afrobeats linked to Fati's Guinean-Bissau roots, Reggaeton reflecting his upbringing in southern Seville, and South African Amapiano, a prominent global sound. The song's lyrics, particularly the line "I'm going to achieve it, whatever it takes," are being interpreted by some as a reflection of his determination to overcome a career marked by significant injuries over the past six years, and to reclaim his place in top-flight football. Barcelona is now observing one of its former talents explore his creative side in the music world.

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I'm going to achieve it, whatever it takes.