Nigerian international and Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi has released his debut album, More to Life, marking his entry into music.
The project was released under the name “17,” a reference to the jersey number he wears at Fulham. The nine-track album runs for 23 minutes and features collaborations with emerging artiste including FIDO, 24AM, GIDDI, and SPKS.
Iwobi’s move into music follows earlier releases that signaled his interest in the space. In 2024, he collaborated with ODUMODUBLVCK on Hop Out, a track that drew attention for blending football culture with street rap influences. He had also released What’s Luv, further establishing a presence outside football.
As of now, Iwobi has built a modest streaming audience, with over 24,000 monthly listeners on Spotify. His most streamed track, Track 0, has recorded more than 15,000 plays on the platform.
He joins a number of professional footballers who have explored music alongside their sporting careers. Dutch forward Memphis Depay, for instance, has released multiple rap projects while remaining active in top-flight football.
Iwobi, 29, continues to play in the English Premier League, but his debut album suggests a growing interest in developing a parallel creative path beyond football.