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Burna Boy’s profile: Who is the artist who will sing with Shakira? Age, nationality, career and more
Burna Boy, the Nigerian star linked to Shakira in the <a href="https://absafricatv.com/from-spains-glory-to-fifa-questions-looking-back-at-the-2026-world-cup/” title=”From Spain’s glory to FIFA questions: Looking back at the 2026 World Cup”>2026 World Cup anthem, has been quietly shaping global Afrobeats. From Lagos to worldwide stages, his rise hides more than just hits…
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Burna Boy is confirmed to perform at the first 2026 FIFA World Cup halftime show at New York New Jersey Stadium, where he is set to share the stage with other global stars, including Shakira.
He has become one of the most influential voices in global music Known for his fusion of Afro-fusion, reggae, dancehall and pop, he has built a reputation not only as a hitmaker but also as acultural ambassador for modern African music.
Along with the excitement surrounding the halftime show lineup, fans have also shown interest in the financial side of the event, including whether artists such as Burna Boy are compensated for their participation in FIFA’s global showcase.
Who is Burna Boy?
Burna Boy is a Nigerian singer, songwriter and record producer widely recognized as one of the leading figures in global Afrobeats and Afro-fusion music. Born on July 2, 1991, in Port Harcourt, he has built a big career so far.
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He first rose to prominence in2012 with his breakout single Like to Party, which introduced his unique sound and laid the foundation for his debut album L.I.F.E. (2013). From that moment on, he steadily expanded his global profile.
He signed with major international labels and released a string of successful projects including Outside, African Giant, Twice as Tall and Love, Damini, all of which solidified his reputation as one of Africa’s most influential musical exports.
Over the years, he has earned multiple international awards, including a Grammy for Twice as Tall, and has collaborated with some of the biggest names in the industry. His music often carries themes of identity and African pride.
Burna Boy joined Shakira for the FIFA World Cup official song
Burna Boy and Shakira took the stage together at the FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony in Mexico City, delivering a landmark performance of the official anthem “Dai Dai”. It became one of the most talked-about moments.
The song is part of the official World Cup soundtrack and is designed to celebrate global unity through soccer, blending Afrobeats and Latin pop influences in a cross-cultural production that reflects both artists’ musical identities.
Beyond the ceremony, the collaboration highlights Burna Boy’s growing role in global pop culture and Shakira’s long-standing connection with FIFA events, having previously delivered iconic World Cup performances.
Ariadna is a multisport journalist specialized in delivering key, high-value information across competitions, including tournament formats, rules, lineups and injury updates, while also producing evergreen content. Her career in journalism began in 2021 at Indie Emergente, a digital music magazine, where she honed her skills in writing and reporting. In 2023, she expanded her expertise by contributing to Spoiler Latinoamerica, creating general culture content, before joining Spoiler US in 2024 to focus on entertainment coverage. With almost six years of experience across different media outlets, Ariadna has developed strong expertise at the intersection of sports and entertainment, covering live events such as Super Bowls, FIFA World Cup opening and closing ceremonies, Olympic Games and UEFA Champions League finals, bringing depth, accuracy and real-time insight to her reporting.
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