Get ready to move! “Waka Waka (Esto Es Africa) [K-Mix]” is Shakira’s vibrant pep talk to the whole planet. Inspired by a Cameroonian soldiers’ chant and created for the 2010 World Cup, the song mixes Spanish, English, and African Fang phrases to remind us that the spirit of Africa beats in everyone’s chest. The lyrics shout out courage: knock down the walls, shake off the dust, stand tall, and jump back into the ring. Every line pushes you to trust your talent, feel your community’s support, and believe that victory is within reach.
At the same time, the chorus “Tsamina mina zangalewa… porque esto es África” celebrates unity and shared roots. By repeating We’re all Africa, Shakira links every listener to the continent’s energy, rhythm, and resilience. The message is clear – when the pressure rises, listen to your heart, start fresh if you must, and face each challenge like the most important match of your life. This is more than a football anthem; it’s an invitation to dance, dream, and win together.
Shakira (born Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll in 1977, Barranquilla, Colombia) is a celebrated Colombian singer-songwriter known worldwide as the Queen of Latin Music. With a career spanning over three decades, she has mastered a blend of Latin pop, dance, reggaeton, and rock influences, captivating audiences across the globe.
Shakira rose to fame with hits like Estoy Aquí and Hips Don't Lie, and has earned multiple Grammy and Latin Grammy Awards. Beyond her musical talents, she is renowned for her distinctive voice, mesmerizing dance moves, and her role in popularizing Hispanic music internationally. An advocate for education and children’s rights, Shakira also leads the Barefoot Foundation to empower underprivileged youth. Her impressive legacy bridges cultures and languages, making her one of the best-selling and most influential Latin artists of all time.