Shakira and Burna Boy Bring World Cup Energy to “Dai Dai” Video

Shakira and Burna Boy have officially released the music video for “Dai Dai,” the official anthem for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The high-energy video blends stadium-style performances, global dance scenes, and soccer culture with appearances from some of the world’s biggest football stars, including Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé. The visual also celebrates cultures from across the globe while leaning heavily into the excitement surrounding next year’s tournament.

For Shakira, the release continues her long history with World Cup music after previously dominating global charts with records like “Waka Waka” and “La La La.” Meanwhile, Burna Boy’s involvement brings a strong Afrobeats presence to the global anthem, further showing how influential African music has become on the international stage.

The video quickly sparked reactions online, with many fans praising the collaboration’s global sound and cinematic visuals.

At the same time, some social media users criticized portions of the visual presentation, arguing certain imagery leaned too heavily into stereotypes surrounding African culture. The debate quickly became part of the online conversation surrounding the release.

Still, one thing is clear:

“Dai Dai” is already positioning itself as one of the biggest World Cup records heading into 2026. Check out the video below.