The 2010 FIFA World Cup had its best song come to fruition. On May 7, 2010, “Waka Waka (Esto es Africa)”, by global superstar Shakira featuring South African group Freshlyground was released. The message of the song encourages people to continue battling towards their goals, no matter how many times they fall.
For soccer fans across the globe, the song brought magical moments of joy during the tournament. The beat of the drums and the rhythm of the guitar will make you get up and dance. Shakira’s vocals and dancing gave a stylistic aspect to the song, but it was Freshlyground’s rhythm that brought the song to life. They were able to incorporate their style of music to the soccer realm. To this day, I listen back to this song and remember watching the games early in the morning with my dad or before I had my own match to play.
Embed from Getty ImagesThe song celebrated its 10-year anniversary earlier this year, and there is no sign of losing its touch. It is embedded to the minds of soccer fans across the world. Only a few songs have that ability to stay popular after many years. It will never be forgotten.
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