I have been covering FIFA World Cup music since the 2018 Russia tournament, and the moment FIFA announced who would be performing the 2026 official song, I expected exactly one name. Shakira is, by any measurement, the queen of the World Cup soundtrack. What I did not expect was the second name on the credit. “Dai Dai,” performed by Shakira and Burna Boy, was released on May 15, 2026 as the official FIFA World Cup 2026 anthem, dropped through Ace Entertainment and Sony Music Latin. It is the kind of pairing that, the moment you hear it, makes you wonder why nobody had done it sooner.
Below is the full breakdown — what the song actually sounds like, who is behind it, where it sits in Shakira’s long history of World Cup music, and where you can stream it.
“Dai Dai” — The Headline Facts
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Song title | "Dai Dai" |
| Artists | Shakira & Burna Boy |
| Release date | May 15, 2026 |
| Labels | Ace Entertainment & Sony Music Latin |
| Genre | Latin pop × Afrobeats fusion |
| Languages | Multilingual (Spanish, English, Yoruba phrases) |
| Tournament | FIFA World Cup 2026 (USA, Mexico, Canada) |
| Proceeds | Directed to the FIFA Global Education Fund |
What “Dai Dai” Actually Sounds Like
The song is a deliberate fusion. Shakira brings the Latin pop hook structure and her signature hip-driven percussion grammar; Burna Boy brings Afrobeats production with the genre’s characteristic syncopation and laid-back vocal delivery. The chorus is a celebratory chant designed to be sung in stadiums, with the kind of repeatable phrase that fans from any country can pick up in two listens.
Compared to “Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)” in 2010, “Dai Dai” is sonically denser and more contemporary. Where Waka Waka leaned on the Cameroonian-derived “Zamina mina” chant, “Dai Dai” pulls from Burna Boy’s production team and the broader Lagos-led Afrobeats sound that has dominated global pop charts since 2020. The song’s tempo is slightly slower than Waka Waka’s, sitting in that mid-100s BPM space that works equally for stadium chanting and radio play.
Why Shakira + Burna Boy Is the Perfect Pairing
Shakira is, statistically, the most successful World Cup music artist of all time. She has now anchored three official tournament moments — the 2010 anthem “Waka Waka,” the 2014 closing-ceremony song “La La La (Brazil 2014),” and now the 2026 anthem “Dai Dai.” She is also returning to headline the 2026 World Cup Final halftime show alongside Madonna and BTS at MetLife Stadium on July 19, making her one of the few artists in history to be involved in both the opening anthem and the closing halftime show of the same tournament.
Burna Boy’s inclusion reflects something larger. Afrobeats is now genuinely a global mainstream genre, with Burna Boy himself the first Nigerian artist to headline an American stadium tour. Pairing Shakira’s Latin pop authority with Burna Boy’s Afrobeats authority gives FIFA a song that musically maps directly onto the tournament’s three host countries plus the genre vocabulary that dominates global streaming in 2026.
How “Dai Dai” Fits the 2026 Tournament
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is the first tournament to be co-hosted by three countries — the United States, Mexico, and Canada — with the opening matches on June 11, 2026 and the final on July 19, 2026 at MetLife Stadium. It is also the first tournament with 48 teams instead of 32. With that expansion, FIFA needed an anthem that spoke across more cultural and linguistic lines than any previous tournament. A bilingual, two-artist Latin pop x Afrobeats track does that work better than a single-genre choice would.
“Dai Dai” is also the lead single from the FIFA World Cup 2026 Official Album, which features four additional pre-release songs covering Latin music, country, reggaeton, and pop. For the full album breakdown, see our soundtrack news section.
Shakira’s Full World Cup Music History
| Year | Tournament | Song | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Germany | "Hips Don't Lie" | Closing ceremony performer |
| 2010 | South Africa | "Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)" | Official song |
| 2014 | Brazil | "La La La (Brazil 2014)" | Closing ceremony song |
| 2026 | USA / Mexico / Canada | "Dai Dai" (with Burna Boy) | Official song & halftime headliner |
For deeper coverage of Shakira’s World Cup music legacy across all four tournaments, see our News section.
About Burna Boy
Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, known professionally as Burna Boy, is a Nigerian singer, rapper, and songwriter who is often credited as the artist who took Afrobeats from regional dominance to a globally mainstream genre. His Grammy-winning fifth album Twice as Tall (2020) won Best Global Music Album. His 2023 single “Last Last” became one of the most-streamed Afrobeats tracks of all time. Joining Shakira on the 2026 anthem is a coronation moment for both the artist and the genre.
Where to Listen to “Dai Dai”
- Spotify — the official version plus an extended remix; also surfaced on the FIFA-curated 2026 official playlist
- Apple Music — lossless audio and Dolby Atmos available on supported devices
- Amazon Music — standard, HD, and Ultra HD streaming
- YouTube Music — the official music video on the FIFA YouTube channel
- FIFA Sound official portal — FIFA’s own page hosts the anthem plus all 2026 official music releases
- Tidal & Deezer — full song available
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the FIFA World Cup 2026 official song?
The official FIFA World Cup 2026 song is “Dai Dai” by Shakira and Burna Boy, released on May 15, 2026 through Ace Entertainment and Sony Music Latin. The song fuses Latin pop with Afrobeats.
Who composed “Dai Dai”?
“Dai Dai” was co-written and performed by Shakira and Burna Boy, with production credits shared between the two artists’ teams. The song was released jointly through Ace Entertainment (Shakira’s label) and Sony Music Latin.
When was “Dai Dai” released?
“Dai Dai” was released on May 15, 2026, approximately four weeks ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 opening match on June 11, 2026.
Is “Dai Dai” on Spotify and Apple Music?
Yes. “Dai Dai” is available on Spotify, Apple Music (with lossless audio and Dolby Atmos), Amazon Music, YouTube Music, Tidal, and Deezer. The official video is on the FIFA YouTube channel.
How many World Cup songs has Shakira done?
Shakira has now been involved in four World Cup music moments — the 2006 closing ceremony (“Hips Don’t Lie”), the 2010 official song (“Waka Waka”), the 2014 closing-ceremony song (“La La La”), and the 2026 official song (“Dai Dai”). She will also co-headline the 2026 World Cup Final halftime show.
Where do the proceeds from “Dai Dai” go?
Streaming and licensing proceeds from the song are directed to the FIFA Global Education Fund, which supports football-driven education programmes worldwide.