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Haaland’s Teen Rap Video Goes Viral as Norway Makes World Cup History
7/10/2026, 11:15:16 AM
Rap Song Resurfaces Amid Norway’s 2026 World Cup Surge
A 2016 YouTube video featuring Erling Haaland and Norway youth teammates Erik Botheim and Erik Tobias Sandberg has exploded in popularity during the nation’s unprecedented run at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The trio, calling themselves Flow Kingz, recorded “Kygo Jo” when Haaland was 16. The clip now exceeds 20 million views, and Norwegian DJ Kygo released a remix—“Kygo Jo (Kygo Remix)”—on his YouTube channel on July 7, after Haaland scored a brace in the Round-of-16 upset of Brazil.
Background: Norway’s Historic Campaign
The 2026 tournament marks Norway’s first men’s World Cup appearance since 1998. Led by Haaland (25) and captain Martin Ødegaard, Norway secured its inaugural knockout-stage victory by defeating Brazil 2-1, then advanced to a quarter-final showdown with England. Haaland’s seven goals place him level with Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé in the Golden-Boot race.
Key Figures & Groups
- Erling Haaland – Manchester City striker, primary scorer for Norway.
- Erik Botheim – Former Norway youth international, member of Flow Kingz.
- Erik Tobias Sandberg – Youth teammate, part of the rap trio.
- Kygo (Kyrre Gørvell Dahll) – Internationally renowned Norwegian DJ who remixed the track.
Official Statements & Responses
Haaland explained the song’s origin: “We are three good friends that was a bit bored, so we decided to make a rap song.” After the remix’s release, he posted on Instagram, captioning the cover art, “Made it moment! Thanks, @kygomusic ? ? Does this mean I’m officially an artist now?” Kygo confirmed he had promised to remix the track if Haaland scored against Brazil, a promise fulfilled after the Round-of-16 victory.
Verbatim Quotes
- “We are three good friends that was a bit bored, so we decided to make a rap song,” — Erling Haaland
- “Made it moment!” — Erling Haaland (Instagram caption)
- “Thanks, @kygomusic [handshake emoji, musical notes emoji] Does this mean I'm officially an artist now?” — Erling Haaland
The viral resurgence of Haaland’s teenage rap effort underscores the cultural crossover between sport and music, while Norway’s on-field achievements have turned a nostalgic YouTube clip into a global talking point.
