In an astonishing achievement, Shakira has soared to the top of Spotify's Global Songs chart. Her World Cup 2026 anthem "Dai Dai," featuring Nigerian artist Burna Boy, clinched the number one spot on June 30, just six weeks after its release.
The Colombian superstar couldn't contain her excitement, sharing her gratitude with fans worldwide through Instagram. "Pinch me. 'Dai Dai' has reached number one on Spotify's global chart, and I'm still trying to wrap my head around it. Thank you for pushing it to the top. I'm eternally grateful," she expressed.
In a remarkable leap, the song jumped from position seven to the top in just one week, garnering 31.5 million plays outside the United States. This achievement also crowned her on the Billboard Global Excl. U.S. chart. Shakira is now the first artist to reach this milestone with an official World Cup song since the chart's inception in 2020, surpassing the fourth-place finish of Jung Kook's "Dreamers" during the Qatar 2022 World Cup.
The success of "Dai Dai" extends beyond Spotify. The official music video has surpassed 300 million views on YouTube and the track leads digital sales charts on iTunes in over 56 countries. This triumph has propelled Shakira's monthly listener count on Spotify beyond 99 million, marking a historic achievement for a Latina artist.
In a heartfelt video, Shakira dedicated this success to her fans, acknowledging their relentless support. "I want to thank all my fans who have been pushing so hard since day one to make 'Dai Dai' number one. I owe it all to you and only you," she said.
Reflecting on the journey, Shakira added, "You can't imagine how excited I am, how happy we all are here celebrating this number one. We've worked extremely hard to achieve it, but you have been the true heroes."
"Dai Dai" marks Shakira's fourth musical contribution to the World Cup, a journey that began in Germany 2006 with "Hips Don't Lie," continued with "Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)" in South Africa 2010, and proceeded with "La La La" in Brazil 2014. The song blends Latin pop with Nigerian afrobeat, paying tribute to football legends like Pelé, Maradona, Messi, and Mbappé. Its proceeds benefit the FIFA-Global Citizen Education Fund, targeting $100 million.
Shakira kicked off the World Cup on June 11 at Mexico City's Azteca Stadium, captivating over 87,000 fans. Her next major appearance is slated for the halftime show of the final on July 19, where she'll share the stage with Madonna and BTS.
Shakira's Historic Spotify Achievement
What is Shakira's "Dai Dai" about?
"Dai Dai" combines Latin pop with Nigerian afrobeat and honors football legends such as Pelé, Maradona, Messi, and Mbappé.
How did Shakira's "Dai Dai" perform on the charts?
The song reached the number one spot on Spotify's Global Songs chart and topped the Billboard Global Excl. U.S., marking a historic achievement for a World Cup anthem.
What notable performances will Shakira be involved in during the World Cup?
Shakira opened the World Cup at the Azteca Stadium and will co-headline the halftime show of the final with Madonna and BTS on July 19.