Burna Boy, Shakira’s ‘Dai Dai’ tops global chart for fifth week

Burna Boy and Shakira’s collaborative track "Dai Dai," serving as the official anthem for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, has maintained a commanding presence atop international music charts well beyond the tournament’s conclusion. The song has now secured the number one position on the Billboard Global 200 for a fifth straight week and continues to lead the Billboard Global Excl. U.S. chart, where it has dominated for eight weeks.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup, culminating in a final match between Spain and Argentina on July 19 at the New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, brought global attention not only to the sporting event but also to its official soundtrack. "Dai Dai," performed by Nigerian artist Burna Boy and Colombian superstar Shakira, captured worldwide audiences with its infectious rhythm and international appeal. Despite the tournament having ended nearly a month ago, the song’s popularity remains robust.

Between August 7 and August 13, data compiled by Luminate indicated that "Dai Dai" amassed 44.1 million streams globally, although this represented a 10 percent decrease from the previous week. Additionally, it sold approximately 6,000 copies worldwide, a 9 percent decline week-over-week. On the Global Excl. U.S. chart, the track garnered 37.8 million streams and sold 4,000 units outside the United States, sustaining its top position since early July.

Within the United States, "Dai Dai" has shown growing momentum across radio formats, climbing to number three on the Rhythmic Airplay chart and registering as the greatest gainer in that category. The song also enjoyed a week at the summit of the Latin Airplay chart in late July, underscoring its cross-genre and multicultural appeal.

The Billboard Global 200 and Global Excl. U.S. charts provide a comprehensive reflection of worldwide music consumption, aggregating streaming and sales data from more than 200 territories. While the Global 200 includes U.S. figures, the Global Excl. U.S. chart focuses exclusively on markets outside the United States, highlighting the international reach of tracks like "Dai Dai."

In parallel, several other songs experienced notable surges on these charts, fueled by their inclusion in the recently released film Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Tame Impala's "Loser" notably jumped 46 positions on the Global 200, rising from number 51 to number 5, propelled by a 72 percent increase in streams and a 27 percent rise in sales globally. Similarly, Steve Lacy's "Oh Yeah?" soared from number 158 to 23, while Post Malone and Swae Lee’s "Sunflower (Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse)" climbed significantly as well.

The sustained dominance of "Dai Dai" exemplifies the potent fusion of global pop culture and major sporting events, where music serves as both a celebratory anthem and a bridge connecting diverse audiences. The collaboration between Burna Boy and Shakira merges Afrobeat and Latin influences, creating a sound that resonates internationally and underscores the expanding global footprint of artists from Africa and Latin America.

While detailed sales and streaming figures provide quantitative insight into the song's success, the cultural impact of "Dai Dai" extends beyond numbers, representing a moment where music and sports intersect on a global stage. The track’s ability to maintain relevance weeks after the World Cup final signifies its deep imprint on the 2026 tournament’s legacy.

As the music industry continues to adapt to global streaming trends and cross-border collaborations, "Dai Dai" stands as a testament to how a World Cup anthem can transform into a lasting international hit. The ongoing chart performance of Burna Boy and Shakira's collaboration highlights the evolving dynamics of global music consumption and the significance of high-profile partnerships in achieving worldwide acclaim.