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Shakira has teased “Dai Dai,” a new FIFA World Cup 2026 song featuring Nigerian Afrobeats star Burna Boy, after sharing a one-minute clip filmed at Rio de Janeiro’s Maracanã Stadium, according to Japan Today and ABC News/AP. The full track is expected to be released on May 14.
Key developments
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Shakira announced the teaser on Thursday, May 7, writing that “Dai Dai” is the FIFA World Cup Official Song 2026 and tagging Burna Boy. The clip places her on the Maracanã field with dancers, while a male voice harmonizes with her in the short preview.
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The teaser gives only a limited sample of the song. AP’s report notes that Shakira sings in English in the video, with the lines centered on belonging, resilience, and strength. The clip ends before revealing the full arrangement or Burna Boy’s complete contribution.
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The setting matters: Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro is one of football’s most recognizable venues, and the staging ties the release to World Cup spectacle before the 2026 tournament begins.
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Shakira’s return immediately recalls “Waka Waka (This Time for Africa),” her 2010 World Cup hit. Reporting also notes her broader history with World Cup music, including songs connected to later tournaments, but “Dai Dai” is the newly teased 2026 release.
What to watch
The next confirmed milestone is May 14, when the complete song is expected to arrive. Until then, key details remain open, including the full lyrics, Burna Boy’s role in the final version, and whether the video preview reflects the finished official music video.
Another question is how FIFA and tournament organizers will use the track across the 2026 rollout. No performance date was confirmed in the cited reporting, so any opening-ceremony or live-event appearance should remain treated as unconfirmed unless announced by FIFA, Shakira, or tournament organizers.
Sources
- Japan Today: Shakira teases new song for the FIFA World Cup 2026
- ABC News/AP: Shakira teases new song for the FIFA World Cup 2026
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