Dai Dai: the powerful meaning behind Shakira’s new 2026 FIFA World Cup anthem

• Shakira confirmed the release of her new anthem for the 2026 World Cup titled “Dai Dai,” which will debut on May 14.

• Following her historic free concert before more than 2 million people at Copacabana beach, the singer from Barranquilla recorded promotional material at the legendary Maracaná Stadium.

• With this single, Shakira seeks to repeat the global impact of hits like Waka Waka and La La La, consolidating her legacy as the undisputed queen of FIFA soundtracks.

Soccer and music fans will once again enjoy a new World Cup hit from the hands of Shakira; the artist who has set the rhythm for the most important competitions on the planet. “Dai Dai” will be the official anthem of the 2026 World Cup, and the artist herself announced it in spectacular fashion from Brazil. The singer took advantage of her overwhelming visit to Rio de Janeiro to record the official music video and choreographies that will undoubtedly go viral in the coming weeks.

With the Maracaná Stadium as a backdrop, the star confirmed that the release date for this highly anticipated single will be May 14. This launch comes at a peak moment for the artist, who recently made history by gathering more than 2 million people on the sands of Copacabana, proving that her drawing power remains intact.

What is the meaning behind “Dai Dai”?

The song’s title generated immediate curiosity. True to her style of creating onomatopoeic and catchy brands, as she did with the Waka Waka chorus in 2010, Shakira opted for an expression with European roots but a universal sentiment.

“Dai Dai” is an Italian expression that literally translates to “Come on, come on!” or “Go, go!“. It is a phrase loaded with energy, motivation and enthusiasm, commonly used to cheer on teams or encourage someone to keep moving forward. There could not be a more fitting choice for a competition that paralyzes the world, promising to be the anthem that lifts fans out of their seats during every World Cup matchday.

 

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A legacy that doesn’t stop

Shakira is already a veteran at turning soccer songs into cultural phenomena. Her relationship with FIFA began leaving its mark with the unforgettable success of South Africa 2010 and continued with her participation in Brazil 2014. Now, looking toward the 2026 tournament to be held in North America, the Colombian star prepares to revolutionize the charts once again.

On May 14, the world will finally hear the sonic proposal of “Dai Dai,” a song that promises to fuse global rhythms with that Italian touch of “encouragement,” reaffirming that when it comes to the World Cup, Shakira never stops surprising.