Nigerian singer Burna Boy and Colombian star Shakira wowed fans at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. They performed the official tournament song, “Dai Dai.” The grand event took place on Thursday at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City.
This year is historic for the global soccer tournament. It is the first time 48 teams are competing. The event is also being shared by three host nations: Mexico, Canada, and the United States.
The opening ceremony was full of energy. Burna Boy and Shakira took the stage alongside other big names like J Balvin. The crowd enjoyed a fun mix of Afrobeats, dance-pop, and reggaeton. The new track also honors soccer legends like Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Diego Maradona.
“Dai Dai” Voted Best World Cup Song
Fans already love the new anthem. In a recent Billboard magazine poll, readers voted “Dai Dai” as the best World Cup song ever made. It won the top spot with over 31 percent of the votes.
It beat out other very famous hits. Shakira’s 2010 song “Waka Waka” came in second place with 26 percent. Ricky Martin’s 1998 hit “The Cup of Life” took third place with nearly 25 percent.
A Star-Studded Event
The opening day featured a major match between Mexico and South Africa. Over 80,000 fans in the stadium watched the amazing music show. Millions more watched on television around the world.
Famous singers stepped onto the field to perform the national anthems. Tyla sang for South Africa, and Alejandro Fernández sang for Mexico.
Other popular artists performed during the event, including Maná, Belinda, Danny Ocean, and Los Ángeles Azules. Famous Mexican actress Salma Hayek served as the official ambassador and welcomed the large crowd.
Meanwhile, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum chose not to attend the big game. Instead, she held a nationwide contest and gave her personal ticket to a lucky young soccer fan.
Burna Boy Performance at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City
Nigerian singer Damini Ogulu, widely known as Burna Boy, recently performed on one of the world’s biggest stages. He sang at the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The grand event took place at the famous Estadio Azteca in Mexico City.
Burna Boy teamed up with Colombian pop star Shakira for the show. Together, they performed the official tournament anthem called “Dai Dai.” The stadium was full of energy as the two stars sang and danced before the opening match between Mexico and South Africa.
His performance brought the popular sounds of African music to a global audience. Fans cheered loudly as Burna Boy and Shakira finished the song together at the center of the field. It was a proud and memorable moment for music and sports fans around the world.
Dai Dai by Shakira and Burna Boy Official Video
Shakira & Burna Boy Dai Dai 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 one can take it away
Sweat and blood to write your story
That is how you paved 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
