Shakira has revealed her contribution to the several World Cup theme songs being released by major musical act. Kicking off on June 11th, the world-wide activity that takes place every four years will be watched by everyone on the globe who doesn’t have a sports-related Fantasy Football draft to plan for. Now, Shakira, she’s interesting for sure, and here ‘Waka Waka’ (“This Time For Africa”) was recently released with Cup-themed video. I only wish they didn’t flash so much to all that jogging around a football field and instead focused on the always welcome visage of the Colombian singer, who is joined by the African fusion band, Freshlyground. Of the experience and event, Shakira added:
‘The FIFA World Cup is a miracle of global excitement, connecting every country, race, religion and condition around a single passion.
‘It represents an event that has the power to unite and integrate, and that’s what this song is about.’
She added: ‘This song is a synthesis of the passion for soccer and what it arouses in people.’
The pop star will be singing ‘Waka Waka’ live at the 2010 FIFA World Cup opening ceremony in Soweto. Others scheduled to perform include Alicia Keys, the Black Eyed Peas, John Legend, and more.
