Fez — French DJ and producer David Guetta has teamed up with dancer and performer Nora Fatehi and American pop and R&B star Ciara for a new global collaboration titled “Fire Starter,” marking one of the most high-profile cross-continental music pairings of the season.
The track was teased publicly for the first time during Guetta’s set at the Sunburn Music Festival in Mumbai, one of Asia’s largest electronic music events.
Fatehi made a surprise onstage appearance during the performance, joining Guetta as he previewed “Fire Starter” for a live audience, generating immediate buzz across social media and music press.
A strategic live debut during a major festival
The decision to introduce “Fire Starter” at Sunburn reflects a calculated rollout strategy, using a high-visibility festival setting to test audience reaction ahead of the official release. The preview blended Guetta’s electronic production with pop and R&B elements, while Fatehi’s presence emphasized the track’s performance-driven and visual identity.
Although Ciara was not present onstage in Mumbai, her vocal contribution anchors the song, placing it firmly within the global pop landscape. Her involvement adds mainstream reach to the project, complementing Guetta’s club-oriented sound and Fatehi’s international dance appeal.
Nora Fatehi’s expanding global footprint
For Fatehi, the collaboration represents another step in her transition from regional stardom to global pop visibility. Known for bridging Middle Eastern, South Asian, and African influences, her role in “Fire Starter” positions her as a central figure in performance-led international collaborations.
Industry observers note that Fatehi’s inclusion reflects a broader trend in global pop, where dance, visual storytelling, and cross-cultural identity play a growing role in how new music is launched and consumed.
Blending markets and audiences
“Fire Starter” brings together three artists with distinct but complementary audiences, spanning electronic music, pop, R&B, and dance. The collaboration underscores how contemporary music releases are increasingly designed for global circulation, with live festival moments, streaming platforms, and short-form video all playing a role in building momentum.
While the official release date has not yet been announced, the live debut has positioned “Fire Starter” as a potential festival and club staple. As anticipation builds, the collaboration highlights how global pop continues to blur borders, using high-impact partnerships to reach audiences far beyond a single market.
