Dai Dai": The Official Song of the 2026 FIFA World Cup and Halftime Show Headlined by Shakira, Madonna, and BTS
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has unveiled its official song, "Dai Dai," a collaboration between Shakira and Burna Boy. FIFA described the track as embodying the energy, passion, and global spirit of the upcoming event. Shakira will also headline the first-ever FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show alongside Madonna and BTS at the New York-New Jersey Stadium on July 19. The song and show aim to support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which seeks to raise $100 million to provide children with access to education and soccer. Shakira expressed her excitement about combining her passion for music and philanthropy during the World Cup, emphasizing the significance of the song "Dai Dai" for children worldwide.
"Dai Dai" is an Italian phrase that translates to "come on, come on" or "go, go," commonly used to motivate individuals to keep moving forward. The song pays tribute to soccer legends such as Pelé, Maradona, Ronaldo, and Messi, among others. Notably, Shakira previously created an official World Cup song in 2010 with "Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)" for the tournament in South Africa. The World Cup is set to commence on June 11, promising an exciting summer of soccer action for fans worldwide. Stay updated on the latest World Cup coverage by downloading the WPRI 12 and Pinpoint Weather 12 apps for breaking news and weather alerts. Follow WPRI on social media for more updates and information.