Waje and Shoday collaborate on the original song **My Sunshine**, a key piece of the soundtrack for [Funke Akindele](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Funke_Akindele)’s forthcoming movie **The Four**, slated for theatrical release on 11 December 2026. The track captures the emotional core of a mother’s unwavering commitment to her son.
**What is the storyline behind the song?**
In the film, [Waje](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Waje) portrays Esosa, a mother whose son Obaloluwa is played by [Shoday](https://www.shoday.com). Their on‑screen relationship drives a narrative that asks how far a mother will go to protect her child, a question echoed in the lyrical sentiment of “My Sunshine.”
**How does the music reflect the characters?**
The duet blends Waje’s powerful, soulful timbre with Shoday’s contemporary Afrobeats style, mirroring the contrast and harmony of their characters’ bond. The song is now streaming on all major platforms, while its official video is hosted on FAAN_TV’s YouTube channel.
**What is the broader context of the film?**
Set between the Odu community and Lagos, **The Four** follows Esosa and three steadfast women as they confront challenges that test their courage, faith, and friendship. Themes of motherhood and female solidarity are woven throughout, reinforcing the film’s tagline, “no one fights alone.”
**Who else appears in the movie?**
The ensemble cast includes Funke Akindele, Bisola Aiyeola, Chioma Akpotha, Richard Mofe‑Damijo (RMD), Timini Egbuson, Lateef Adedimeji, Ali Nuhu, Uzor Arukwe, Ronke Oshodi‑Oke, Antar Laniyan and Wunmi Toriola. The picture is produced by Funke Akindele’s own network and distributed by FilmOne Entertainment.
**What is Funke Akindele’s background?**
A celebrated filmmaker, actress, writer and producer, Funke Akindele is known for hits such as *Omo Ghetto: The Saga*, *Battle on Buka Street*, *A Tribe Called Judah* and *Everybody Loves Jenifa*. Through her production house, she continues to champion Nigerian storytelling and nurture local talent.