On July 19, 2022, the FIFA World Cup final at MetLife Stadium will feature an unprecedented halftime show co‑headlined by Shakira, Madonna and K‑pop sensation BTS. the Colombian singer’s new anthem “Dai Dai” will accompany the performance, with all royalties pledged to the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund.

Shakira’s “Dai Dai” blends Afrobeats, dance‑pop and reggaetón for the World Cup

According to the event brief, “Dai Dai” mixes Afrobeats, dance‑pop, world beats and reggaetón , aiming to capture the sport’s uplifting spirit. The track’s entire royalty stream is earmarked for the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, a move that mirrors Shakira’s earlier charitable efforts.

Madonna and BTS complete the first‑ever World Cup final halftime lineup

The announcement confirms that Madonna, the pop icon who last performed at a World Cup ceremony in 1998,will join Shakira and BTS for the historic halftime slot. This trio marks the first time three global superstars will share the World Cup final stage, a decision FIFA hopes will broaden the event’s musical appeal.

Shakira repeats her World Cup anthem success after “Waka Waka” in 2010

Shakira previously delivered the official 2010 World Cup song “Waka Waka (This Time for Africa),” which topped Latin charts and spent 42 weeks at number 1 on Latin Digital Song Sales. As the source notes, “Dai Dai” is her second FIFA anthem, positioning her as the only artist with two official World Cup tracks.

Who will benefit from the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund?

The fund, managed by FIFA in partnership with Global Citizen, supports education projects in host‑nation communities.. While the source confirms 100 % of “Dai Dai” royalties will be donated, the exact amount and the specific programs slated to receive the money remain undisclosed.

What remains unclear about the halftime production?

Details about the show’s staging, set design and the order of performances have not been released. Additionally, the source does not indicate whether any other artists will appear as supporting acts, leaving fans to speculate about the full scope of the production.