Why Shakira's Dai Dai can never beat Waka Waka as FIFA World Cup anthem

The singer’s performance of the official FIFA World Cup 2026 anthem sparked a wave of nostalgia for her 2010 hit Waka Waka.
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Was it really Shakira on stage? World Cup opening performance sparks debate

"Waka Waka" was originally released as the official song of the 2010 FIFA World Cup. However, the track became so popular ...

FIFA World Cup anthems ranked: From Shakira’s Waka Waka to Ricky Martin’s The Cup of Life and 2026’s Dai Dai

While Waka Waka remains iconic for its universal appeal, other songs like The Cup of Life and Wavin' Flag evoke strong emotions.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Has Shakira's new anthem 'Dai Dai' failed to impress fans? Is 'Waka Waka' still on top?

The iconic Waka Waka is still fresh in people’s mind it seems going by the reactions that the pop star’s Dai Dai is receiving ...
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Shakira’s World Cup Anthem Makes Global Impact

"Waka Waka (This Time For Africa)" is making an impact on international charts and online. By Diane Coetzer Following an explosive performance at the inaugural FIFA World Cup Kick-Off concert at the ...
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‘La La La,’ ‘Waka Waka,’ or ‘Hips Don’t Lie’: Which Shakira World Cup Performance Is Best?

Shakira opened the 2014 World Cup closing ceremony in Rio with "La La La" to a roar from the crowd in Rio's Maracana Stadium. It was the singer's third winning World Cup performance. By Judy ...
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AGT: See the South African Choir's Performance of "Waka Waka" That the Judges Call "Pure Magic"

If you can watch the above clip from America's Got Talent without dissolving into a puddle of happy tears, then I can only assume you're superhuman. In the show's latest episode, a group of performers ...