Dai Dai (Shakira & Burna Boy): Official 2026 FIFA World Cup Song, Lyrics, Release
The Dai Dai World Cup 2026 song is the official anthem of the upcoming tournament. Shakira sings the track with Nigerian star Burna Boy. She announced the song on May 7, 2026 with a teaser filmed at the Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro.
The full song and music video drop on May 14, 2026. This is her second official FIFA World Cup song after Waka Waka from the 2010 tournament in South Africa.
Quick Facts: Dai Dai World Cup 2026 Song
| Song Title | Dai Dai |
| Lead Artist | Shakira |
| Featured Artist | Burna Boy |
| Announcement Date | May 7, 2026 |
| Release Date | May 14, 2026 |
| Genre | Reggaeton-tinged Afrobeats |
| Music Video Location | Maracanã Stadium, Rio de Janeiro |
| Tournament | 2026 FIFA World Cup (June 11 to July 19, 2026) |
| Hosts | Canada, Mexico, United States |
Dai Dai Announcement at Maracanã Stadium
Shakira shared the news through a joint Instagram post with FIFA World Cup and Global Citizen on May 7, 2026. The 49-year-old Colombian singer posted a one-minute clip from the music video. Her caption read: “From Maracaná Stadium, here is ‘Dai Dai,’ the @fifaworldcup Official Song 2026. Coming 5/14. We’re ready!”
The teaser was shot inside Rio de Janeiro’s Maracanã Stadium. It shows Shakira performing with dancers who wear the colors of national teams in the tournament. The clip opens with four footballs. Each one represents a World Cup she has worked on (2006, 2010, 2014, and 2026).
The final scene shows aerial footage of the stadium with the words “We Are Ready” and a fireworks display. The post crossed 1.9 million likes within 24 hours. Fans can stream the full track on major platforms and official FIFA channels starting May 14.
Musical Style and Lyrics Preview
The track blends reggaeton beats with Afrobeats production. This sound matches the styles of both artists and fits a tournament held across three host nations. Burna Boy also gets a co-writer credit on the song.
The teaser reveals part of the chorus. Shakira sings: “You from the day you were born, here in the space you belong, what broke you once, made you strong.” The words speak to belonging and strength. They line up with the “We Are Ready” theme of the launch.
Shakira’s World Cup Music History
Shakira holds a unique place in World Cup music. She has now contributed songs or performances to four different tournaments across two decades.
| Year | Tournament | Song | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Germany | Hips Don’t Lie | Closing ceremony |
| 2010 | South Africa | Waka Waka (This Time for Africa) | Official song |
| 2014 | Brazil | La La La (Dare) | Closing ceremony |
| 2026 | Canada/Mexico/USA | Dai Dai | Official song |
Waka Waka still ranks among the most popular World Cup songs of all time. It spent 42 weeks at number one on the Billboard Latin Digital Song Sales chart and earned over 4.5 billion views on YouTube. Dai Dai breaks a 16-year gap since her last official tournament anthem.
Burna Boy and Nigeria’s Back-to-Back World Cup Songs
Burna Boy was born Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu. He is a Grammy-winning Afrobeats star from Nigeria and one of Africa’s biggest global music exports. His feature on Dai Dai means Nigerian artists have now joined two World Cup official songs in a row.
Davido sang on Hayya Hayya (Better Together) at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar with Trinidad Cardona and Aisha. FIFA’s choice points to a wider effort to bring African voices into the tournament soundtrack and reach Afrobeats fans across the globe.
Dai Dai and the 2026 FIFA World Cup Official Album
Dai Dai sits at the top of a wider FIFA Sound rollout for the tournament. FIFA is using a multi-song soundtrack format for 2026, just like the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
Other tracks already released include “Lighter” by Jelly Roll and Carín León on March 20, “Por Ella” by Belinda and Los Ángeles Azules on April 14, and “Echo” by Daddy Yankee and Shenseea on April 28. Dai Dai stands as the headline anthem of the album.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026. Canada, Mexico, and the United States co-host the tournament. This edition is the first to feature 48 teams and 104 matches in total. The final takes place on July 19, 2026 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
The Dai Dai World Cup 2026 song will play across match broadcasts, FIFA promo content, and official ceremonies.
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World Cup 2026 Dai Dai Song FAQ
What is the official song of the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
The official song of the 2026 FIFA World Cup is Dai Dai by Shakira featuring Burna Boy. FIFA confirmed the track on May 7, 2026. The full version arrives on May 14, 2026. Dai Dai is the headline anthem of a multi-song FIFA soundtrack that also features tracks from Jelly Roll, Belinda, Daddy Yankee, and other artists.
When does Dai Dai come out?
Dai Dai drops on Thursday, May 14, 2026. Fans can stream it on major music platforms and official FIFA channels. A one-minute teaser went live on May 7, 2026.
Where was the Dai Dai music video filmed?
The music video was filmed at the Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The teaser shows Shakira on the pitch with dancers. It ends with aerial shots of the stadium showing the words “We Are Ready.”
Who is featured on Dai Dai with Shakira?
Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Burna Boy is the featured artist on Dai Dai. He also gets a co-writer credit on the track.
Is Dai Dai Shakira’s first World Cup song?
No. Dai Dai is her second official FIFA World Cup anthem. Her first was Waka Waka (This Time for Africa) at the 2010 tournament in South Africa. She also sang Hips Don’t Lie at the 2006 closing ceremony and La La La (Dare) at the 2014 closing ceremony.
What genre is Dai Dai?
Dai Dai is a reggaeton-tinged Afrobeats track. It mixes Shakira’s Latin pop sound with Burna Boy’s Afrobeats production.
