Bronny James Sings 'Can't Wait to Be King' Amid Father LeBron's Lakers Departure
A viral video captures Bronny James belting out a song from 'The Lion King' during a Lakers team trip, drawing attention following his father LeBron's move to the 76ers.
Bronny James, now playing for the Los Angeles Lakers, has captured viral attention with a rendition of "I Just Can't Wait to Be King" from Disney's "The Lion King." The video, filmed during a Lakers team trip to Slovenia and shared by Sports Illustrated, shows James singing while climbing into a golf cart.
The song choice and its timing have sparked commentary from fans, particularly given his father LeBron James' nickname, "King James." This moment occurs shortly after LeBron James' departure from the Lakers to join the Philadelphia 76ers in free agency.
Fans are noting the irony of the lyric, "I just can’t wait to be king," as Bronny navigates his career in the shadow of his famous father. While Bronny averaged 2.9 points per game in 8.9 minutes last season, his role on the Lakers is expected to expand following LeBron's departure. The minutes previously logged by his father will need to be absorbed by other players on the roster.
The Lakers will be looking to Bronny to potentially step up and contribute more significantly this season, with fans hoping he can live up to the aspirations suggested by his song choice. LeBron James, meanwhile, was seen playing for the 76ers in an October 8, 2026, game against the Brooklyn Nets.
