Renowned singer Yemi Alade has been chosen to record and perform the theme song for the highly anticipated Nigerian superhero animation ‘Iyanu’ by Lion Forge Entertainment. The announcement was made by the singer in a video message posted on the serial’s YouTube channel on Saturday. In her message, Yemi Alade expressed her excitement and shared the news of being selected to sing the theme song for the animated series ‘Iyanu’.
Listen to my song ‘Iyanu’ now. It is a love message from me to you and I truly hope you enjoy it as much as I do.
Based on the popular graphic novel Iyanu: Child of Wonder by Nigerian creator and filmmaker Roye Okupe, ‘Iyanu’ is steeped in Nigerian culture and mythology.
The main title theme song is a collaboration between Yemi Alade, Lion Forge Entertainment, Alcon Sleeping Giant, and Femi Agunbiade, the lead composer for the series.
‘Iyanu’ is set to premiere in the United States and across Africa in 2025. American viewers can watch the series on Cartoon Network and Max, while it will be accessible in 44 African countries through Showmax.
The ensemble cast features Serah Johnson in the lead role as Iyanu, along with Adesua Etomi-Wellington, Stella Damasus, Blossom Chukwujekwu, and Shaffy Bello.
Yemi Alade has previously collaborated on Beyoncé’s ‘Lion King: The Gift’ album, which served as a soundtrack for the animated movie of the same name.
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