As the official theme song for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, “Dai Dai” by Shakira and Burna Boy is a powerful anthem of resilience, unity, and the relentless pursuit of greatness. Blending uplifting lyrics with high-energy global rhythms, the track inspires listeners to tap into their inner strength, overcome hardship, and chase their dreams fearlessly. Its motivational core and celebratory spirit perfectly capture the essence of courage, perseverance, and the unique power of music and sports to unite the world.
Read Dai Dai Lyrics by Shakira and Burna Boy below
[Intro: Shakira]
Oh-eh-oh-eh (Oh-eh), eh-oh-eh (Oh-eh)
Oh-eh-oh-eh (Oh-eh), eh-oh-eh
[Refrain: 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 onе can take it away
Sweat and blood to write your story
That is how you pavеd the way
You’re about to reach the glory
Only one step away
[Pre-Chorus: Burna Boy & Shakira]
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]
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]
Aayo
Aayo
[Verse 3: 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]
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]
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
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[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]
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
