A remix of Erling Haaland’s rap song, originally recorded when he was just 16 years old, has surged to No. 1 on Spotify in Norway.
The track, titled “Kygo Jo”, was made with his childhood group Flow Kingz and has now been remixed by world-famous Norwegian DJ Kygo. It has also climbed to the top of Apple Music and iTunes charts in Norway.
The Song’s Viral Success
The remix has exploded in popularity during Norway’s impressive 2026 World Cup campaign. Haaland has been the standout player for his country, helping them reach the quarterfinals.
The song has already amassed over 20 million views on YouTube and is trending heavily on TikTok. Fans have been celebrating the unlikely crossover between Haaland’s football success and his early music career.
Haaland’s Reaction
Haaland has embraced the moment. When asked about the song’s success, he reportedly joked:
“I have the number one song in Norway right now called — RO!”
A Fun Moment for Norway
While Haaland continues to dominate on the pitch, this musical resurgence has added another layer to his superstar status back home. For many Norwegians, it’s a light-hearted and proud moment during their team’s historic World Cup run.
