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Fans Choose Shakira & Burna Boy’s ‘Dai Dai’ as Best World Cup Song of All Time: Full Results

'Dai Dai' by Shakira and Burna Boy crowned the ultimate World Cup anthem in fan polls.

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📍 How it ended

The story of Shakira and Burna Boy’s *"Dai Dai"* being crowned the best World Cup song of all time by fan votes appeared briefly in coverage but did not develop further. The focus shifted to broader retrospectives on World Cup anthems and official songs.

No additional updates or resolutions on the ranking were provided after the initial announcement.

Epilogue added 88d ago, after coverage quieted.

The brief

Shakira and Burna Boy’s ‘Dai Dai’ has been voted the best World Cup song of all time according to fan polls, as reported by *Billboard*. Coverage highlights the song’s cultural impact, blending Afrobeats, pop, and soccer energy.

Outlets like *Rolling Stone*, *AP News*, and *Forbes* analyze its production, global appeal, and the role of music in amplifying World Cup excitement. *Vulture* and *PBS* also feature rankings and expert insights on what makes a World Cup anthem memorable. Watch for deeper dives into the song’s legacy, potential awards recognition, and its influence on future World Cup music trends.

Synthesized by PULSE from the headlines below under a strict no-invention contract. ✓ fact-checked: unsupported claims removed (67% supported) Updated 88d ago.

Quick answers

Is ‘Dai Dai’ the first World Cup song to win such a poll?

Coverage does not specify whether this is the first time a fan vote has crowned a World Cup song as the best of all time.

Which other songs were ranked highly in the poll?

Only *Billboard* confirms ‘Dai Dai’ as the top pick; other rankings (e.g., *Vulture*) focus on historical anthems but do not list full poll results.

Will ‘Dai Dai’ impact FIFA’s future music selections?

Coverage suggests the song’s popularity may influence future official collaborations, but no direct statements from FIFA or artists are reported.

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Topics

World Cup 2026 Shakira Burna Boy Music Polls FIFA Anthems Afrobeats

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