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Shakira, Burna Boy’s “Dai Dai” Reaches 1 Billion YouTube Views

The Latin‑pop and Afrobeats fusion hit the milestone on Shakira’s channel, becoming the first 2026 release to cross the mark and boosting both artists’ global profiles.

Shakira and Burna Boy performing the FIFA World Cup 2026 official song "Dai Dai" at the opening ceremony
Shakira, Burna Boy’s “Dai Dai” Reaches 1 Billion YouTube Views

On May 23, 2026, Colombian superstar Shakira and Nigerian Afrobeats icon Burna Boy released “Dai Dai,” the official song of the FIFA World Cup 2026. The music video now boasts over 1,000,951,637 views and 7.8 million likes on Shakira’s YouTube channel, making it the first track launched in 2026 to hit a billion views.

The collaboration blends Shakira’s Latin‑pop flair with Burna Boy’s Afrobeats rhythm, gaining massive traction during the tournament. The duo performed the song at the World Cup opening ceremony in Mexico City and at the final halftime show, further cementing its global reach.

“Dai Dai” is part of the official FIFA World Cup 2026 album, which also features tracks from Davido, Ayra Starr and Rema. Royalties from the hit will support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund.

For Burna Boy, the billion‑view milestone elevates his international profile, while for Shakira it marks her 10th music video to reach the landmark.

As the World Cup continues, fans can expect more high‑profile performances and collaborations that showcase the growing influence of African music on the global stage.

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