Pop icon Shakira has sent shockwaves through the music industry after expressing a deep admiration for Nigerian Afrobeats powerhouse Burna Boy, hinting at a potential dream collaboration.
Speaking in an exclusive interview with People magazine, the Colombian singer-songwriter did not hold back her praise for the Grammy-winning artist, lauded for his distinct, gravelly vocals and genre-blending discography.
“I always wanted to work with Burna Boy, his voice takes it to another level,” Shakira revealed during the interview.
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Throughout her illustrious career, Shakira has been a pioneer in bridging continental sounds, famously merging Latin pop with elements of Middle Eastern, rock, and African rhythms.
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Given her history of crafting timeless global anthems, a partnership with the ‘African Giant’ feels like a natural evolution.
Burna Boy has consistently broken barriers for the Afrobeats genre, selling out stadiums worldwide and collaborating with Western heavyweights like Beyoncé, Ed Sheeran, and Coldplay.
Eelive.ng reported on May 16th, 2026, that the Global pop artiste Shakira has released “Dai Dai,” the official song for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, in collaboration with Nigerian Grammy-winning Afrobeat superstar Burna Boy.
The Colombian singer announced the release of the highly anticipated song to fans on her social media page on Friday.