2026 World Cup Song Lyrics: What Shakira and Burna Boy’s “Dai Dai” Is About

Fans searching for the 2026 World Cup song lyrics are turning their attention to “Dai Dai,” the new tournament anthem by Shakira and Burna Boy.

Released ahead of the 2026 tournament, the track marks Shakira’s return to the global football stage after her iconic 2010 World Cup hit, Waka Waka (This Time for Africa). The new anthem is designed to celebrate resilience, national pride and the competitive spirit surrounding the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup.

What are the 2026 World Cup song lyrics about?

Rather than focusing on one country or team, “Dai Dai” delivers a universal message of perseverance, ambition and unity through sport.

The song encourages players and fans to believe in themselves, overcome setbacks and chase glory. Throughout the track, Shakira and Burna Boy emphasize themes of strength, determination and rising after hardship — ideas closely associated with elite football competition.

One recurring multilingual chant blends words and expressions associated with movement and motivation, creating a global feel that reflects the international nature of the World Cup.

The track also references football legends and participating nations, celebrating the tournament’s history and worldwide appeal.

Which football stars are featured?

The song pays tribute to some of football’s most iconic names, including:

• Diego Maradona
• Cristiano Ronaldo
• David Beckham
• Lionel Messi
• Kylian Mbappé

The anthem also highlights football nations including Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, the United States, Mexico, Japan and the Netherlands.

What happens in the music video?

The four-minute visual opens with football superstars including Messi, Mbappé and Erling Haaland appearing before Shakira takes center stage.

Shot in Miami, the video features cinematic scenes of the singer performing in desert landscapes, stadium settings and alongside dancers representing competing nations. Burna Boy also appears during his verse, while archival football moments help tie together the sport’s past and present. Watch the video below:

2026 World Cup song lyrics

[Intro: Shakira]
Oh-eh-oh-eh (Oh-eh), eh-oh-eh (Oh-eh)
Oh-eh-oh-eh (Oh-eh), eh-oh-eh

[Refrain: Shakira, Shakira & Burna Boy]
You knew from the day you were born
That here in this place you belong
You been this brave all along
What broke you once made you strong
Dai, dai, ikou, dale, allez, let’s go
Dai, dai, ikou, dale, allez, let’s go

[Verse 1: Burna Boy & Shakira]
Come follow your desire
Where there’s a will, there’s a way
You are the owner of that fire
No onе can take it away
Sweat and blood to write your story
That is how you pavеd the way
You’re about to reach the glory
Only one step away

[Pre-Chorus: Burna Boy & Shakira, Both]
All the highs and lows
All the tears and the pain
You been there through it all, been through it all
Just do it again
Now you got to believe, I believe
‘Cause you know what it takes
To be living my dream
At the top of your game

[Chorus: Shakira & Burna Boy, Shakira]
Feel it
Got everything you needed
Now bring it like you mean it
Just like you mean it
Dale
No olvide’ lo que vales
Juega como tú sabes
Como tú sabe’

[Verse 2: Shakira & Burna Boy]
Energy’s contagious, you know
And it never fails, no, no
No one’s getting tired, I know
‘Cause you got that fire, ayo
Dream a little higher, let’s go, let’s go, let’s go

[Bridge: Shakira]
Ayo
Ayo

[Verse 3: Burna Boy, Burna Boy & Shakira]
We’ve taken all that our hearts can hold
And we can’t hold on to the past no more (Mmm)
From the dirt and the tears, we make gold
And we are more than flesh and bones

[Pre-Chorus: Shakira & Burna Boy, Both]
All the highs and lows (Highs and lows)
All the tears and the pain
You been there through it all, been through it all
Just do it again
Now you got to believe (I believe)
‘Cause you know what it takes
To be living my dream
At the top of your game

[Chorus: Burna Boy & Shakira, Both]
Feel it
Got everything you needed
Now bring it like you mean it
Just like you mean it
Dale
No olvide’ lo que vales
Juega como tú sabes
Como tú sabe’

[Verse 4: Shakira & Burna Boy]
Pelé, Maradona, Maldini, Romário
Cristiano Ronaldo
El Pibe, Iniesta, Beckham y Kaká
Messi, Mbappé, Salah
Brasil, Uruguay, Argentina, Colombia
US, England, Germany, France
South Africa, España, México, Japan
Korea, Netherlands

[Bridge: Shakira & Burna Boy]
Oh-eh-oh-eh (Oh-eh), eh-oh-eh
Oh-eh-oh-eh (Oh-eh), eh-oh-eh

[Refrain: Shakira & Burna Boy, Shakira]
Knew from the day you were born
Here in this place, you belong
You’ve been this brave all along
What broke you once made you strong (Ow)
Dai, dai, ikou, dale, allez, let’s go
Dai, dai, ikou, dale, allez, let’s go
Dai, dai, ikou, dale, allez, let’s go
Dai, dai, ikou, dale, allez, let’s go

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