Shakira and Burna Boy Release 'Dai Dai' as Official Song for 2026 FIFA World Cup
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Shakira and Burna Boy have released 'Dai Dai' as the official song for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The track, which blends Afrobeats and Latin Pop, will support a FIFA education fund aiming to raise $100 million for children's education and soccer opportunities. The song's release kicks off the musical build-up to the tournament, which begins in June 2026.
Facts First
- Shakira and Burna Boy collaborated on the official song 'Dai Dai' for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
- Royalties from the song will support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which aims to raise $100 million.
- The song blends Afrobeats with Latin Pop and includes lyrics in multiple languages referencing legendary soccer players and nations.
- Shakira's second World Cup song comes 16 years after 'Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)', which holds a streaming record.
- An official 2026 World Cup album is being released, featuring artists from the host nations: the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
What Happened
Shakira and Nigerian singer Burna Boy released the song 'Dai Dai' on streaming platforms as the official song for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. FIFA (Fédération Internationale de Football Association) stated the song captures the energy, passion, and global spirit of the tournament. The track blends Afrobeats with Latin Pop, is sung mostly in English with some Spanish, and its lyrics include references to soccer legends like Pelé and Cristiano Ronaldo, as well as countries like Brazil, Argentina, and France. The title is an Italian expression meaning 'come on, come on', with lyrics featuring equivalents in English, Japanese, French, and Spanish.
Why this Matters to You
If you enjoy global music events or plan to follow the 2026 World Cup, a major new anthem has just been released that will likely define the tournament's atmosphere. Your streaming of 'Dai Dai' will directly contribute to a charitable cause, as royalties support a fund aiming to raise $100 million for children's education and soccer opportunities. The song's multi-lingual and cross-cultural blend may introduce you to new musical styles and artists.
What's Next
The release of 'Dai Dai' is part of a broader official 2026 World Cup album, which will feature other artists from the host nations. More songs from this album, including tracks by Jelly Roll with Carín León and Los Ángeles Azules with Belinda, are likely to be released in the lead-up to the tournament. Shakira, along with Madonna and BTS, is scheduled to headline the first-ever halftime show at the 2026 World Cup final in New Jersey. The 2026 World Cup itself runs from June 11 through July 19, 2026.