Global music icon Shakira has released a vibrant teaser for “Dai Dai,” the official song of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, in collaboration with global superstar Burna Boy.
The announcement, made from the historic Maracanã Stadium, has generated immediate buzz ahead of the tournament’s opening in June. In the minute-long video, Shakira is seen dancing energetically on the pitch in a bright yellow outfit, surrounded by performers and scattered footballs.
The clip blends Latin rhythms, reggaeton elements and Afrobeats grooves, ending with sweeping aerial shots of the illuminated stadium displaying “We Are Ready” alongside fireworks.
Shakira captioned the post: “From Maracaná Stadium, here is ‘Dai Dai,’ the @FIFAWorldCup Official Song 2026. Coming 5/14. We’re ready! @burnaboy
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The full track is scheduled for release on May 14, just weeks before the expanded 48-team tournament co-hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada. Early descriptions suggest “Dai Dai” fuses Shakira’s signature pop-Latin style with Burna Boy’s distinctive Afrobeats energy, creating an upbeat anthem designed to resonate across cultures and continents.
This marks Shakira’s return to the FIFA World Cup stage. Her 2010 anthem “Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)” became a global phenomenon, selling millions of copies and remaining one of the most successful tournament songs ever.
She also contributed to the 2014 Brazil World Cup with “La La La” and performed at the 2006 closing ceremony. At 49, the Colombian artist continues to enjoy strong commercial and critical success, currently touring with her record-breaking “Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran” shows.
Burna Boy, a Grammy-winning artist known for elevating Afrobeats on the global stage, brings his high-energy sound and cultural influence to the project. The collaboration underscores FIFA’s commitment to diversity and inclusion for the 2026 edition, reflecting the tournament’s multi-continental hosting.
The teaser has already drawn widespread praise on social media, with fans and commentators drawing comparisons to Shakira’s past World Cup hits. Many have described it as a worthy successor to “Waka Waka,” with expectations high that the song will dominate playlists, fan zones and stadiums during the tournament.
The 2026 World Cup opens on June 11 with Mexico facing South Africa at the iconic Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. As anticipation builds, “Dai Dai” is positioned to become the soundtrack of the summer, uniting audiences worldwide through music and football.
