@persecondnews.ng: Shakira has revealed that she was determined to feature Nigerian Afrobeats star Burna Boy on her 2026 FIFA World Cup theme song, “Dai Dai,” describing his voice as the perfect fit for the track. In an interview, the Colombian superstar said she wanted a male vocalist who could bring a strong, masculine energy to the Afrobeat-inspired song, which also blends Caribbean influences and R&B elements. Shakira explained that she immediately thought of Burna Boy because she had always admired his music and wanted to collaborate with him. “I always loved Burna. I always wanted to do something with him, so I called him. I’m like, ‘Hey, are you down to do this?’” She revealed that she waited about 20 days for his contribution and briefly wondered if he would not be able to join the project, but Burna Boy eventually delivered what she described as “magic.” Shakira said Burna Boy’s vocals became exactly what the song needed, adding that she “couldn’t imagine anybody else” on the track. The collaboration marks another major global moment for Burna Boy, whose Afrobeats sound continues to gain influence on international stages. #burnaboy #shakiracolombia #fifaworldcup2026 #nigeriannews

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