Shakira once again took center stage at the 2026 World Cup by presenting the Spanish-language version of “Dai Dai,” the tournament’s official anthem, which she co-wrote with Nigerian singer Burna Boy.
The launch came after several weeks of competition during which millions of fans have been following one of the most important sporting events on the planet.
The Colombian singer took advantage of the World Cup’s massive global stage to offer a new rendition of the song, designed especially for Spanish-speaking audiences and to reinforce the message of unity and celebration that accompanies this year’s tournament.
Shakira’s Spanish-language version of “Dai Dai” premieres during a key game
The Spanish-language version of “Dai Dai” was presented by Telemundo, the network responsible for broadcasting much of the competition in Spanish. The premiere coincided with the group stage match between Colombia and the Republic of the Congo.
The night turned out to be particularly successful for Shakira, as the Colombian national team secured a 1-0 victory, boosting the enthusiasm of Colombian fans and generating even more buzz around the music release.
This new adaptation is the third official version of “Dai Dai.” The original song was released by Shakira and Burna Boy as the official World Cup anthem, and was later remixed in an electronic style by Clean Bandit; the remix was released on June 12 on the artists’ official channels.
With the addition of the Spanish-language version, the singer of “Hips Don’t Lie” aims to bring the song even closer to the millions of Latin American fans who follow every game of the championship with great passion.
“Dai Dai ” captures the festive and multicultural spirit that characterizes the great World Cup anthems. The song combines danceable rhythms with a chorus sung in several languages and messages of personal growth and hope.
Among the most notable phrases in the Spanish version are lines such as “What broke you once made you strong” and “You’re on the verge of achieving glory”—messages that aim to resonate with both the soccer players and the fans following the tournament around the world.
Shakira is preparing a historic performance for the final
To wrap up this new chapter in her career, Shakira has already confirmed that she will perform the Spanish-language version of “Dai Dai” during the 2026 World Cup final, scheduled for July 19.
The presentation will take place at MetLife Stadium, which will host more than 82,000 spectators for the tournament’s decisive match.
Excitement for the performance is huge, as the Colombian singer has a long history tied to the World Cup. Since the success of “Waka Waka” in 2010, Shakira has established herself as one of the artists most closely associated with the World Cup atmosphere.
With this release, Shakira reaffirms her connection to soccer and major international events. The singer has successfully combined her musical career with the enthusiasm generated by the world’s most popular sport, creating songs that transcend borders and generations.
Now, with “Dai Dai” available in Spanish and a performance confirmed for the final, the artist from Barranquilla is once again at the center of World Cup talk and promises to deliver one of the most anticipated musical moments of the tournament’s closing ceremony.