Wakawaka, sung by p>Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll and created by Latin diva Shakira

FIFA and Sony Music Entertainment announced that * * *, The song "Waka Waka (this time for Africa)", which was written by the famous Latin singer Shakira and participated in the production of dance movements, was selected as the official theme song of the 21 World Cup in South Africa. FIFA President Blatter said, "The fans of the World Cup pay as much attention to the theme song as the mascot and logo of the World Cup, and it is also an important part of this exciting sports event. This song uses the rhythm full of African characteristics to present this important event. I am very much looking forward to hearing it in the World Cup and seeing the wonderful performances of Shakira and Freshlyground at the closing ceremony. " Shakira said, "I feel very honored that Waka Waka (This Time For Africa) was chosen as the 21 waka waka. The World Cup is a world-wide event, which closely connects people from different countries, races and regions, and this is exactly what my song wants to express. " At the same time, she also said that she was very happy to cooperate with Freshlyground, the most famous music group in South Africa. At that time, Shakira will perform this song with the South African local group Freshlyground at the closing ceremony of the World Cup. On May 11th, fans can start to get this song through digital download. At the same time, this song will also be included in the official music album "Listen Up!" released by FIFA and Sony Music Entertainment at the end of May. "in. During the World Cup, this song became one of the hottest songs on the Internet. The proceeds from this album will be used for public welfare projects established by FIFA, and the proceeds from this project will be used for public welfare undertakings in Africa. In addition, some proceeds will be donated to the "1 GOAL" fund established by Princess Rania of Jordan and FIFA President Blatter. The main purpose of the fund is to establish opportunities for out-of-school children all over the world to return to school. The foundation appointed Shakira as a charity ambassador to appeal to the world to give every child an opportunity to receive education. This World Cup song also has a special MV (Song Video). In the MV of this song, the main characters will be Messi and his Barcelona players Raphael Marx and Danny Alves. The parts of these three players in the MV will be filmed in Spain, and the parts of Shakira are being synchronized in Los Angeles. South Africa's great leader Nelson Mandela's song and dance movements have also been carefully edited, with passionate and open movements, reflecting a strong African style and highlighting the artistic appeal of African dance. In the dance, there are several movements of dancing limbs with hands folded happily. When WakaWaka's melody is sung, it jumps out with the bright rhythm of African trampling steps and songs. The movements are simple but impressive. These primitive and natural dance movements run through the whole song and become the most iconic movements of the song. "Dance can infect us very much. The director asked many people to participate in the rehearsal. Everyone showed their dancing. The unrestrained movements were very happy. We were all immersed in it. What do you think? The World Cup brings unity and enthusiasm to South Africa. I love the World Cup. " Shakira said. Beautiful songs and dances convey simple and pure happiness to people, and happiness can be shared and leaped across national boundaries. This reflects the significance of hosting the World Cup: advocating peace and enjoying pleasure. The World Cup is a happy party.

Lyrics:

Waka Waka (This Time For Africa). Shakira You're a good soldier. You are a good soldier. Choosing your battles is choosing your battles. Pick yourself up and stand up And dust yourself off and back in T. He saddle Re-mounted You're on the frontline You're at the front line Everyone's watching Everyone's attention You know it's serious You know the situation is critical We're getting closer and closer, Th. It's not over yet. The pressure is on. You feel it. You feel it, but you have mastered everything. Believe it, When you fall get up. When you fall and get up, Oh oh ... oh oh ... And if you fall get up, if you fall and get up, the rest is Swahili "Zaminamina Zamina Zangalewa Anawam a? The meaning of "a" can be roughly interpreted as: I wake up, I wake up, shine! Shine! A powerful army! Zamina Mina Eh Waka Waka Eh Come on! Come on! Do it! Do it! Za mina mina zangalewa ana wan a a That's what we have to do! Yango hé hé zaminana zangalewa, wait! Come on!

Singer Shakira

shakira isabel mebarak ripoll, Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll; February 2, 1977-) was born in Barranquilla, Colombia. His mother is of Spanish and Italian descent, and his father has an American-born Lebanese Catholic background. Shakira is a Colombian-born pop singer who is famous for singing and composing Latin-style songs. She is also a creative singer who can write her own songs. She won Grammy Awards twice and Latin Grammy Awards eight times. In June 21, the song "African Moment" written and co-produced by Shakira was selected as the only theme song officially designated by the World Cup in South Africa in 21. Brokerage company: Sony BMG Music Entertainment