Deontay Wilder Releases Song Ahead of Potential Anthony Joshua Showdown: 'I Love to Make Music'

• Deontay Wilder is venturing into a new business aside from professional boxing
• The American boxer drew reactions from fans with his new post on social media
• Wilder's proposed bout with Anthony Joshua might not happen this year

American boxer, Deontay Wilder is replacing his boxing gloves with a microphone as he released new music ahead of his Anthony Joshua showdown.

There are still uncertainties about the bout between Wilder and Joshua as the deal to hold the event in Saudi Arabia is now in jeopardy, according to boxing promoter Eddie Hearn.

Reports claimed that the Middle Eastern nation is now turning its attention to a bout between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk.

Wilder confirmed on his official Instagram page that he released a new song titled I Been Up, which featured Curtis Loggins.

On his post, the American added a caption to proclaim his passion for making music despite being a professional boxer.

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"It’s a blessing to be able to say I’m living my life happily and at peace truthfully. As a professional whoopa, I also love to make music," he said.

The American boxer went on to confirm the song title and also the person he featured on the song.

"🎶I Been Up 🎶 Out on all platforms 🎵Ft. @lac.loggins510 #BombZquad #TilThisDay #IBeenUp," he added.

The post drew reactions from fans, as many feel he needs to focus on boxing and leave music.

Wilder might not get his desired fight with Joshua this year, but the latter will be paired with another opponent before the end of the year, according to Planet Sport.

Wilder's last fight was in 2022 on October 15, against Robert Helenius at the Barclays Center, New York City, New York, U.S.

Joshua ready for Wilder

Sports Brief earlier reported that Anthony Joshua was in high spirits after finishing off his last opponent with a brutal knockout punch and wasted no time calling out his next one, a household name.

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Joshua delivered a vicious blow to knock Robert Helenius out in the seventh round. However, it appeared he intentionally prolonged the fight, having had opportunities in the fifth and sixth rounds of their encounter at the 02 Arena in London.

The victory over Helenius puts the Nigerian in good spirits ahead of the fight against Deontay.