“We are thrilled to have collaborated with Shakira on Waka Waka (This Time For Africa), especially as we feel that the song captures the spirit and energy of the African World Cup,” said Zolani Mahola of Freshlyground. I was proud to be able to work with one of South Africa’s most acclaimed groups, Freshlyground," Shakira added. “African music is so inspiring and is poised to take its place on the global pop culture stage. Both Shakira and Freshlyground will perform together at the FIFA World Cup closing ceremony on July 11th. Shakira, who has sold 50 million records, has blended Afro-Colombian music styles and borrowed a popular marching chant from Cameroon for the chorus. “I am honored that Waka Waka (This Time For Africa) was chosen to be part of the excitement and the legacy of the 2010 FIFA World Cup,” said Shakira. the world's largest new media football community - was one of a select number of platforms in which the official video for the World Cup single will be launched, showcasing it through our multiple editions.Īll proceeds for the track, which is now available to download, will benefit FIFA's Official Campaign "20 Centers for 2010." 's partner 1GOAL are also involved with the project, which is championing global education for 72 million children who are unable to go to school. Shakira teamed up South African group Freshlyground to create the Waka Waka dance chorus for the single but don't worry her hips still don't lie! The singer's new track Waka Waka (This Time For Africa) has been chosen as the Official Song of the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Superstar Shakira has got World Cup fever ahead of next month's finals and has created an African themed song and dance for the big kick off.
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