Photo Credit: Cristiano Ronaldo's official page&nbsp;
There&rsquo;s no denying that Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo, five-time Ballon d&rsquo;Or winner, is still at the top of his game. Most recently, he helped Portugal clinch the UEFA Nations League title, defeating Spain 5&ndash;3 in a thrilling penalty shootout. Ronaldo also made history by scoring during the match, becoming the first 40-year-old to score in a UEFA final.
Ronaldo's impact goes beyond football. He is a global icon and a role model, inspiring many people in music and culture. Artists from different genres have used his name to symbolize greatness and ambition. Here are six songs that mention Cristiano Ronaldo, turning his name into a powerful reference.
Hala B-Ronaldo &ndash; Saadoon El Sadie (2025)
This song, titled "Welcome Ronaldo" in Arabic, celebrates the football star. Iraqi artist Sadoon El Sadie expresses the admiration many in the Arab world have for Ronaldo. The song combines traditional instruments with modern beats, showing how deeply Ronaldo is respected and cherished across Arab nations.
The Ritual &ndash; Navy Blue (2023)
In this song, American rapper Navy Blue mentions Ronaldo not for fame, but to highlight discipline. He draws a comparison between Ronaldo&rsquo;s focus and the hard work needed to succeed in any field. The title, &ldquo;The Ritual&rdquo;, focuses on daily dedication, showing how both athletes and artists strive for excellence.
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Blanco &ndash; J Balvin (2020)
Colombian artist J Balvin might reference Ronaldo indirectly through the song's title, which means &ldquo;White.&rdquo; This term could relate to Real Madrid, where Ronaldo played for nine years in the famous all-white kit. Regardless, including Ronaldo in this popular song reinforces his global appeal.
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Cristiano Ronaldo &ndash; Meret One (2019)
The title alone of this song makes it clear that it honors Ronaldo. The lyrics likely discuss Ronaldo's career, mindset, and famous moments. An entire song dedicated to someone shows that they are considered a significant figure worthy of admiration.
Fall &ndash; Davido (2017&nbsp;
In this hit song, Nigerian artist Davido includes the line: "Cristiano Ronaldo, I fall for you." Here, Ronaldo represents the ultimate prize, showing great appeal and success. Mentioning his name ties it to themes of love and desire, highlighting Ronaldo&rsquo;s global influence.
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Y.A.L.A &ndash; M.I.A (2013)
British-Sri Lankan artist M.I.A. mentions Ronaldo in her song "Y.A.L.A." She connects her own ambitions to his football skills, using the line "I'm a baller, I'm a shot caller, Cristiano Ronaldo." This reference illustrates Ronaldo's status as a symbol of success and determination across various cultures and music genres.
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