World Cup 2026 Songs: Official Song List And The Most Listenable Songs

The 2026 World Cup songs feature a lineup of the world’s biggest stars, from Shakira and Burna Boy to The Rolling Stones, Future, and Tyla. For the first time, FIFA is releasing an official album consisting of 18 tracks — the most massive musical project in World Cup history. Below is a compilation of the official 2026 World Cup songs along with the most worth-listening tracks of the season.

What is the official 2026 World Cup song?

The official anthem of the FIFA World Cup 2026 is “Dai Dai”, performed by Shakira in collaboration with Burna Boy. FIFA announced this song on May 15, 2026, describing it as a piece of music celebrating football, culture, and global solidarity ahead of the tournament.

“Dai Dai” carries a vibrant reggaeton sound mixed with afrobeats, and it has also been chosen as the theme song for the FIFA Education Fund. This is the second time Shakira has been “trusted” by FIFA after the legendary hit “Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)” in 2010 — the most beloved World Cup anthem of all time with billions of views.

Additionally, the tournament has its own theme music titled “The Official FIFA World Cup 2026 Theme” (composed by Zachary Aaron Golden), which is used in official FIFA content.

What songs are in the official 2026 World Cup album?

Unlike the tradition of choosing a single song, FIFA continues the trend from 2022 by releasing an entire compilation album. The Official FIFA World Cup 2026 Album consists of 18 tracks, bringing together artists from many continents, languages, and genres.

Released tracks (in order of debut):

• “Lighter” – Jelly Roll & Carín León (March 20, 2026): the album’s first single, a combination of American country and Mexican music, produced by Cirkut.
• “Por Ella” – Belinda & Los Ángeles Azules (April 14, 2026): deeply infused with Mexican cumbia, featuring the legendary cumbia band Los Ángeles Azules.
• “Echo” – Daddy Yankee & Shenseea (April 28, 2026): a combination of reggaeton and dancehall.
• “Illuminate” – Jessie Reyez & Elyanna (May 8, 2026): a blend of diverse sounds and cultures.
• “Dai Dai” – Shakira & Burna Boy (May 15, 2026): the official song of the tournament.
• “Goals” – LISA, Anitta & Rema (May 21, 2026): a mix of Latin pop, K-pop, and Afrobeats, expected to be performed at the opening ceremony.
• “Game Time” – Future & Tyla (May 29, 2026): one of the album’s opening tracks, performed at the opening ceremony in Los Angeles.

The album also features a series of big names such as The Rolling Stones (remix of “In The Stars”), Stormzy, Fridayy & Angel (“Blessings”), Ayra Starr & Latto (“Show Me”), along with artists like Ed Sheeran, Jon Bellion, and KayCyy. This was called a “powerful musical lineup, worthy of the largest single-sport event in history” by FIFA President Gianni Infantino.

The most worth-listening 2026 World Cup songs

Besides the official album, the 2026 World Cup season also witnesses many prominent musical projects:

“Dai Dai” – Shakira & Burna Boy. The official anthem, expected to create a global craze like “Waka Waka” in the past. The melody is catchy, easy to remember, and carries a festive spirit.

“Goals” – LISA, Anitta & Rema. A transcontinental collaboration between the BLACKPINK star (Korea), the queen of Brazilian music Anitta, and Afrobeats vocalist Rema. The arrangement is stadium-ready, multilingual, and full of energy.

“Game Time” – Future & Tyla. A collaboration between American rapper Future and rising South African star Tyla, chosen to be performed right at the opening ceremony.

“Lighter” – Jelly Roll & Carín León. Representing the cultural intersection between the host countries USA and Mexico, fitting the spirit of the three-nation co-hosted World Cup.

Ronaldinho’s “Camisa 10” Album. Brazilian football legend Ronaldinho also released a star-studded album of his own, with songs by Sean Paul, Justin Quiles, Lenny Tavárez… exploring many genres like dancehall, música Mexicana, and piseiro.

16 remixes for each host city

A unique feature of the 2026 World Cup is that FIFA is releasing 16 remixes of the theme song, each performed by an artist representing each host city, carrying local musical signatures. Some prominent names include DJ Jazzy Jeff (Philadelphia), Tech N9ne (Kansas City), Dallas Austin (Atlanta), and the Mexican Institute of Sound (Mexico City).

Where to listen to the 2026 World Cup songs?

The entire official album and singles are available on popular digital music platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube Music. Each song is released with an official music video on the FIFA World Cup YouTube channel, so you can listen to the music while enjoying the elaborately produced visuals.

Comparison with previous World Cup songs

Music is always an indispensable part of every World Cup. Looking back at history, many songs have become icons:

• “Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)” – Shakira (2010): the most beloved anthem of all time.
• “Wavin’ Flag” – K’naan (2010): a cheer song that resonated around the world.
• “Hayya Hayya (Better Together)” and “Tukoh Taka” (2022): songs from the World Cup in Qatar.

With an 18-song album and the presence of a global star cast, the 2026 World Cup is expected to continue that massive musical legacy, even surpassing it in scale.

Frequently Asked Questions about 2026 World Cup songs

What is the name of the official 2026 World Cup song? It is “Dai Dai” performed by Shakira and Burna Boy, released on May 15, 2026.

How many songs are in the official 2026 World Cup album? The album consists of 18 tracks, making it the largest musical project ever undertaken for a World Cup.

Who is performing at the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony? The songs “Goals” (LISA, Anitta, Rema) and “Game Time” (Future, Tyla) are expected to be performed at the opening ceremony in Los Angeles.

Where can I listen to the 2026 World Cup songs? On Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, and the official FIFA World Cup YouTube channel.

The article is compiled based on official information from FIFA and reputable music sources, updated as of June 2026. The song list may continue to be updated as the album completes all 18 tracks.