The Sounds of the FIFA World Cup

Every World Cup gets a song. Ricky explains to Eric the unique history of these soccer anthems—from global hits to questionable choices. And most importantly: is Shakira the queen of FIFA? Clap if you don't care.

On Repeat:

- Jon Bellion | Live Concert

Notable World Cup Music (mostly mentioned in this episode):

1998

• The Cup of Life (France '98) by Ricky Martin and Pablo Flores

2006

• Hips Don't Lie by Shakira and Wyclef Jean

2010

• Waka Waka (This Time for Africa) by Shakira and Freshlyground
• Wavin' Flag by K'NAAN
• Oh Africa by Akon

2014

• We Are One (Ole Ola) by Pitbull, Jennifer Lopez and Claudia Leitte
• La La La (Brazil 2014) by Shakira and Carlinhos Brown

2018

• Live It Up by Nicky Jam, Will Smith and Era Istrefi
• Living Football (Official FIFA Theme) by Hans Zimmer and Lorne Balfe
• Colors by Jason Derulo

2022

• Dreamers by Jung Kook and BTS
• Tukoh Taka by Nicki Minaj, Maluma and Myriam Fares

2026

• Lighter by Jelly Roll and Carín León
• Dai Dai by Shakira and Burna Boy
• Goals by LISA, Anitta and Rema
• Game Time by Future and Tyla