Shakira and Burna Boy to Rock FIFA World Cup Opening Ceremony

By HeadlineDock

6/5/2026

Pop icon Shakira and Nigerian sensation Burna Boy are set to perform at the opening ceremony of the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026 in Mexico City. Their collaborative single 'Dai Dai' is part of the official album, a multi-track music and culture project that includes artists from various genres to celebrate global unity.

The upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026, set to kick off on June 11, 2026, in Mexico City, is gearing up for a star-studded opening ceremony. Pop queen Shakira and Nigerian sensation Burna Boy will team up to bring the magic of music to the global stage.

Music That Celebrates Unity

The announcement coincides with the release of their collaborative single 'Dai Dai', which serves as the official FIFA 2026 anthem. The iconic video, shot in Miami and directed by Hannah Lux Davis, begins with Shakira atop Mexico City's Angel of Independence before transitioning to a vibrant desert landscape where she dances alongside African children. The video

Shakira, known as "The Queen of Latin Music", has a long history with FIFA, having previously sung 'Waka Waka' during previous tournaments. This year, she will also headline the grand finale of the tournament's opening week alongside Burna Boy.

Global Collaboration

Shakira and Burna Boy's collaboration is part of the larger FIFA World Cup 2026 Album, an ambitious project that features some of the world's biggest names in music. The album, set for release on June 5, will include a diverse mix of musical genres including K-pop, Afrobeats, Latin music, hip-hop, and pop.

The official FIFA World Cup 2026 Album includes collaborations such as:

LISA - Anitta & Rema on 'Goals'
Future & Tyla in 'Game Time'
Major Lazer, Nelly Furtado & Davido in 'No Place Like Home'
Ayra Starr & Latto in 'Show Me'

The album's diverse lineup reflects the global nature of the event and aims to bring together different musical cultures before the tournament begins, fostering a sense of unity.