Shakira and Burna Boy’s “Dai Dai (FIFA World Cup Official Song 2026)” has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first official World Cup anthem to lead both the Billboard Global 200 and the Billboard Global Excl. U.S. charts. The track marks Shakira’s second No. 1 on the Global 200 and Burna Boy’s debut top spot, signaling a major commercial breakthrough for the Nigerian artist in global markets.
First Official Anthem to Lead Global Charts
The song secured its first week at No. 1 on the Billboard Global 200, jumping two spots to claim the top position. It also held its third week at the summit of the Billboard Global Excl. U.S. chart, cementing its dominance outside the United States. According to Luminate data for the week of July 3–9, “Dai Dai” generated 41.5 million streams globally, an 8% increase week over week, alongside 6,000 digital sales. Outside the U.S., the track drove 37.1 million streams and 4,000 sales, reflecting strong international engagement with the FIFA tournament. This achievement surpasses Jungkook’s “Dreamers,” which peaked at No. 4 on the Global Excl. U.S. chart during the 2022 Qatar World Cup.
Streaming Surge and Radio Impact
The anthem’s chart performance is fueled by a massive streaming surge and growing radio airplay. In the U.S., the song entered the Billboard Hot 100 at No. 75, bolstered by 3.9 million official streams and 6 million airplay audience impressions during its initial tracking week. It has since climbed to No. 67 on the Hot 100 in its third week. The track also reached No. 1 on the Colombia Hot 100 and entered the top 10 on multiple Billboard Hits of the World charts. Spotify cumulative streams for “Dai Dai” have surpassed 100 million, while the official YouTube video has exceeded 370 million views. The song’s success has helped Shakira surpass 100 million monthly Spotify listeners, making her the first Latin female artist to reach that threshold.
Industry Significance for Rights Holders
For labels, publishers, and rights holders, “Dai Dai” represents a rare instance where a World Cup official anthem achieves sustained global chart dominance. The collaboration, co-written by Ed Sheeran and released through Ace Entertainment and Sony Music Latin, demonstrates the commercial viability of cross-genre partnerships between Latin pop and African music. The song’s performance on the Global Excl. U.S. chart—which excludes U.S. data— its appeal in international territories, a key metric for streaming revenue and licensing deals. As the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues through July 19, the track’s momentum suggests long-term value for streaming platforms and radio programmers targeting global audiences.
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