Shakira Drops Spanish Version of FIFA World Cup 2026 Anthem ‘Dai Dai’ With Burna Boy: ‘Vive la Vida’

Global pop icon Shakira has unveiled the Spanish version of Dai Dai, her FIFA World Cup 2026 anthem collaboration with Nigerian superstar Burna Boy. The newly released track, which arrived on August 7, gives the energetic football anthem a fresh Spanish-language identity while bringing Shakira’s signature Latin-pop flavour back to the forefront. Announcing the release on social media, the singer shared a vibrant message with fans: “Mira, mejor vive la vida, que vamos de subida!”—a line that perfectly captures the song’s celebratory spirit.

The Spanish version follows the original release of Dai Dai, which brought together two major names from different musical worlds. Shakira and Burna Boy’s collaboration combines Latin and Afrobeats influences, creating a global sound designed to match the excitement surrounding football's biggest stage. The new version allows Shakira to lean further into Spanish lyrics, giving the song an especially natural connection with her vast Spanish-speaking fan base.

Shakira also shared the cover artwork for the new release, featuring herself and Burna Boy dressed in football-inspired outfits. The visual continues the sporting theme of the track while adding to the festive atmosphere surrounding the FIFA World Cup campaign. The newly released Spanish lyric video gives listeners another way to experience the song, particularly those who want to sing along to Shakira's Spanish rendition.

The timing of the release is also notable. Arriving in August 2026, after the FIFA World Cup tournament, Dai Dai (Spanish Version) extends the life of the campaign while keeping its message alive beyond the football celebrations. The song is associated with the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund and its “We Are Ready” campaign, connecting the musical celebration to a broader educational initiative.

For Shakira, football and music have already been closely intertwined throughout her career. Her previous association with major football events has produced some of the most recognisable sporting anthems of the modern era, making her involvement in a FIFA World Cup campaign feel like a natural fit. With Dai Dai, she once again brings her ability to turn a sporting moment into a global pop celebration.

Burna Boy adds another distinctive layer to the collaboration. One of Africa's biggest contemporary music stars, his Afrobeats-driven sound gives Dai Dai a broader international identity. The partnership with Shakira creates a meeting point between Latin pop and African music, reflecting the increasingly global nature of major sporting events and their soundtracks.

The Spanish version also gives the song a more personal connection to Shakira's musical roots. Her voice and Spanish-language delivery bring a different texture to the track, while the upbeat message encourages listeners to enjoy the moment and keep moving forward. The lyric, “Mira, mejor vive la vida,” translates the song's larger celebratory mood into a simple invitation to embrace life.

With its football-inspired visuals, international star power and uplifting message, Dai Dai (Spanish Version) arrives as more than just an alternate-language release. It keeps Shakira and Burna Boy's World Cup collaboration in the spotlight while giving fans another version to enjoy. As the FIFA World Cup 2026 chapter continues to live on through music and memories, Shakira is making sure Dai Dai gets one more chance to make the world sing along.