Shakira continues to prove that her connection to soccer transcends generations. After topping the global charts with “Dai Dai,” the official song of the 2026 World Cup, the Colombian singer has also helped drive the success of several songs that defined previous editions of the tournament, cementing her status as one of the most iconic artists in World Cup history.
According to figures shared by Spotify, the excitement surrounding the tournament has led to a significant increase in streams of several of the artist’s songs, confirming that her music remains an essential part of the atmosphere surrounding soccer’s biggest event.
Shakira and her hit “Dai Dai” top the streaming charts
The release of “Dai Dai” as the official song of the 2026 World Cup has not only been a commercial success, but it also quickly became one of the most-streamed songs internationally.
The song reached number one on Spotify’s global chart and has racked up millions of streams since the start of the tournament, driven by both soccer fans and fans of the Colombian artist.
However, this phenomenon is not limited to this single song. The World Cup atmosphere has also led to a significant resurgence of Shakira’s other buzzy soccer-related hits on digital platforms.
According to data published by Spotify, several of Shakira’s songs associated with various World Cups have seen a significant increase in streams since the tournament began.
Among the most notable increases are:
“Dai Dai”: 136% increase.
“Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)”: 128.9% growth.
“La La La (Brazil 2014)”: 124.2% increase.
“Hips Don’t Lie,” one of the most-played songs during soccer broadcasts and celebrations: a 61.6% increase.
These figures show how the singer’s repertoire is once again becoming the soundtrack for millions of fans during the World Cup.
Although it was released 16 years ago as the official anthem of the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, “Waka Waka” remains one of the most popular songs when it comes to soccer.
Spotify points out that the song not only remains hugely popular among those who experienced that World Cup, but also continues to serve as the main gateway for new listeners to discover Shakira’s music.
According to the platform, a significant number of people who start listening to the artist do so precisely because of this hit, which continues to rack up streams year after year.
Young audiences keep his legacy alive
One of the most striking facts is the connection that “Waka Waka” has with younger generations.
Statistics show that 27% of the people currently listening to the song are under 25, a sign that the song remains relevant far beyond the generation that turned it into a global phenomenon in 2010.
This ability to attract new audiences has allowed Shakira’s catalog to remain among the most-streamed during the World Cup, reinforcing her position as one of the Latin artists with the greatest international impact.
The success of their songs has also raised fans’ expectations for the halftime show that will accompany the 2026 World Cup final.
Although the details of the event continue to spark conversation among fans of the tournament, the resurgence of songs like “Waka Waka,” “La La La,” and “Dai Dai” confirms that Shakira’s musical presence remains inseparable from the World Cups.
With millions of cumulative streams and several of her songs once again among the public’s favorites, the Colombian singer reaffirms her place as one of the most iconic voices in soccer worldwide, proving that every time the ball rolls, her music becomes part of the celebration once again.