Grammy-winning Afrofusion star Burna Boy continues to fly the African flag on global stages with the release of his latest single, “Don’t Let Me Drown,” featured on the official soundtrack for the Apple Original Film F1: The Movie, which premiered.
Part of the highly anticipated 17-track project titled F1 The Album, the song joins a star-studded lineup including Doja Cat, Roddy Ricch, Darkoo, and more, offering a diverse sonic backdrop to the high-octane world of Formula 1. Burna Boy’s contribution stands out for its introspective lyricism and hauntingly cinematic sound.
Opening with airy, almost ghostlike instrumentation, “Don’t Let Me Drown” immediately sets a pensive mood. Burna’s unmistakable voice glides across the track, delivering poignant lines like, “Nights like these, there’s something mystical about nights like these,” before plunging into a soulful chorus that pleads, “Don’t let me down… don’t let me drown.”
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Produced with a blend of subtle percussion and sweeping orchestral strings, the track draws parallels between the emotional toll of life’s race and the relentless intensity of motorsport. It captures the inner turmoil of those pushing against limits, both on and off the track.
Released to coincide with the U.S. premiere of F1: The Movie during the Austrian Grand Prix weekend, “Don’t Let Me Drown” has already begun resonating with fans online, many praising its spiritual depth and atmospheric sound. Burna Boy brings his signature fusion of African rhythm and global soul, injecting a raw emotionality that cuts through the adrenaline-pumped energy of the film.
Available on all streaming platforms, the track not only amplifies Burna Boy’s global reach but also cements his reputation as a master of meaningful music—transcending borders and soundtracking stories of struggle, endurance, and triumph.
Listen to Don’t Let Me Down HERE.