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Tragically Hip, Nelly Furtado lead Canada's World Cup album

Drake producer Boi-1da curated 'What If It All Goes Right?' featuring Canadian artists competing for global audience during tournament.

· 2 min read · HOC Newsroom

Drake's longtime producer Boi-1da assembled Canada's official World Cup album, "What If It All Goes Right?" — a showcase of the country's music talent tapping everyone from Nelly Furtado and The Tragically Hip to Alessia Cara.

Boi-1da, who has shaped Drake's sound for over a decade, positioned the album as a statement about Canadian music's global reach. "I wanted to show Canada's music scene could compete with any country's in the world," he said, speaking to the dual purpose: supporting Canada Soccer's national teams while amplifying homegrown artists to the billions expected to tune in during the tournament.

The 2026 World Cup will be played across three countries — Canada, Mexico, and the United States — with Toronto hosting matches at BMO Field. The album's release coincides with ramped-up promotional activity across the host cities, with music serving as a cultural bridge for international audiences.