In case you’ve forgotten these catchy Football anthems, let’s take a walk down memory lane.
Ricky Martin – La Copa de la Vida (The Cup of Life)
Puerto Rican singer Ricky Martin gave this song life back in 1998, when France held the World Cup.
Anastacia – Boom
This was the official song of the 2002 World Cup, hosted by South Korea and Japan, sung by American songstress Anastacia.
Il Divo featuring Toni Braxton – The Time of Our Lives
This was the official song for the 2006 World Cup, in Germany. It was performed by multinational quartet Il Divo and also featured vocals from American R&B singer Toni Braxton.
Shakira featuring Freshlyground – Waka Waka
The most well-known World Cup song by far, ‘Waka Waka’ was sung by Colombian songstress Shakira and featured Freshlyground, a South African band.
Pitbull featuring Jennifer Lopez & Claudia Leitte
The song for the 2014 World Cup, held in Brazil, was performed by Cuban-American rapper Pitbull and featured vocals from American and Brazilian singers, Jennifer Lopez and Claudia Leitte respectively.
Nicky Jam featuring Will Smith & Era Istrefi – Live It Up
Performed by Puerto Rican singer Nicky Jam, American rapper-actor Will Smith and Kosovar singer Era Istrefi, ‘Live it Up’ is the official song for the 2018 World Cup, in Russia.
Honourable Mention: K’Naan – Wavin’ Flag
This song was the Coca-Cola official promotional anthem, and not the Official Song, back in 2010. But it gets a mention regardless because of its inspiring lyrics, beautiful music video and its overall popularity.
