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Shakira Returns to the World Cup: “Dai Dai” Will Be the Official Song of FIFA 2026

The Colombian Superstar Once Again Leads the Soundtrack of Global Football Alongside Nigerian Artist Burna Boy

Shakira is officially returning to the world of the FIFA World Cup. FIFA confirmed that the Colombian singer will perform “Dai Dai,” the official song of the 2026 World Cup, once again placing her at the center of the biggest event in international football. The track will also feature Nigerian artist Burna Boy, in a collaboration blending global pop, Afrobeat, and Latin rhythms.

The announcement was made through a promotional video filmed at Rio de Janeiro’s Maracanã Stadium, where Shakira appears surrounded by dancers wearing the colors of different national teams. The teaser includes visual references to previous World Cups, including official match balls from Germany 2006, South Africa 2010, and Brazil 2014—tournaments with which the singer was also musically connected.

The song will be officially released on May 14 and will form part of the entertainment program for the World Cup hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada. According to previews shared by FIFA and the artist, “Dai Dai” will feature strong Caribbean and Afrobeat influences, aiming to reflect the multicultural identity of the 2026 tournament.

With this announcement, Shakira further expands her historic relationship with the World Cup. In 2006, she participated with a special version of “Hips Don’t Lie”; in 2010, she achieved global phenomenon status with “Waka Waka (This Time for Africa),” widely considered one of the most successful sports songs of all time; and in 2014, she returned with “La La La (Brazil 2014).”

Shakira’s selection also reinforces the growing influence of Latin music within global sporting events. The 2026 World Cup will be the largest in FIFA history, featuring 48 national teams and an audience projected in the billions. In that context, the presence of a Colombian artist with worldwide recognition represents a commitment to a truly global musical identity.

In addition to Shakira and Burna Boy, FIFA has begun developing a broader musical strategy for the tournament, including collaborations with artists from different genres and regions. The official soundtrack for the 2026 World Cup already includes contributions from artists such as Daddy Yankee, Belinda, Los Ángeles Azules, and Carín León, reflecting the tournament’s cultural diversity.

The news generated enormous reaction on social media, where fans celebrated the return of an artist who, for many, has become inseparable from the emotional memory of the World Cup. Across digital platforms, previews of “Dai Dai” accumulated millions of views just hours after their official release.

Beyond the music itself, the announcement confirms how modern World Cups have evolved into cultural phenomena that merge sports, entertainment, and global storytelling. Official songs no longer serve merely as tournament accompaniment—they help shape its emotional identity and international impact.

Ultimately, Shakira’s return represents something deeper than nostalgia. It reflects how certain artists become permanent parts of football’s collective global history.

By Heydi Bernal for Ruta Pantera on 5/8/2026 6:07:34 AM

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References:
Reuters. (2026, May 7). Shakira unveils official World Cup song ‘Dai Dai’.
El País. (2026). Shakira will perform the official song of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Associated Press. (2026). Shakira teases new World Cup song with Burna Boy.
Cadena SER. (2026). “Dai Dai” will be the official anthem of the 2026 World Cup.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Official Album. (2026). Official soundtrack releases and collaborations.


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