Lil Baby releases newest FIFA World Cup 2022 song, sampling Tears for Fears in 'The World Is Yours to Take'

In addition to glorious goals, stunning saves and reckless challenges, the World Cup also brings with it a certain rhythm.

Whether it's vuvuzelas buzzing in the South African breeze or the dulcet sounds of Bossa Nova swirling across neighborhoods in Rio, the beautiful game tends to be backed by its own beautiful soundtrack during World Cup season.

This year is no exception. Atlanta-based rapper Lil Baby, who has climbed the charts with such bangers as "Yes Indeed", "Drip Too Hard" and "We Paid", was enlisted to add his name to Qatar 2022's official soundtrack.

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He took a trip to the past to do so, sampling Tears for Fears 1980's classic "Everybody Wants to Rule the World" in his latest release, "The World is Yours to Take" (watch and listen to the single, or check out the complete updated FIFA World Cup soundtrack).

FIFA World Cup here we go. The World is #yourstotake – out Friday. #budxbaby pic.twitter.com/SwLBfKPwpW

— Lil Baby (@lilbaby4PF) September 22, 2022

The 4PF rapper also announced that he will be performing in Qatar this winter as a part of the World Cup festivities.

They Really Got The Boy Performing At The World Cup 🙏🏽

— Lil Baby (@lilbaby4PF) September 22, 2022

Here's what you need to know about Baby, his career and the history of World Cup songs.

Who is Lil Baby?

Lil Baby is an Atlanta-based rapper who has gained popularity over the past few years. With a melodic voice and unique vocal inflections, Baby — a student of Atlanta rap icon Young Thug — has become one of the most prominent rappers in the U.S., collaborating with Drake, Gunna and Kanye West, among others.

The Grammy winner was tapped to be one of the lead contributors to the 2022 World Cup soundtrack. On Thursday, he released a snippet of his latest tune, "The World is Yours to Take." The track features a "Tears for Fears" sample, as well as Baby rocking a Budweiser chain. Because capitalism!

History of World Cup anthems

World Cup songs and anthems aren't a new idea. It's been a part of the World Cup aura since the 1960s. That iteration of the competition, held in Chile, was soundtracked by "El Rock del Mundial" by Los Ramblers, a tune crafted in an effort to raise interest in the tournament.

Since then, numerous artists have had their songs used during the World Cup.

Daryl Hall was behind the USA 1994 anthem, Ricky Martin lent his vocal chops for France 1998's "La Copa de La Vida", K'Naan's refugee-inspired track "Wavin' Flag" was remixed for South Africa 2010, as was Shakira's thumping tune "Waka Waka."

For 2022, FIFA is assembling an entire soundtrack with two other singles previously released and more to follow Lil Baby.

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List of past World Cup anthems