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"Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)" is a song by Colombian singer Shakira. It features South African band Freshlyground. It is the official song for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, along with its Spanish language version, titled "Waka Waka (Esto es África)". Released on May 11 for digital download, the song has received generally positive critical reception, and has become a worldwide hit.
It was later included on Listen Up! The Official 2010 FIFA World Cup Album, released on May 31. "Waka Waka" was performed by Shakira and Freshlyground at the 2010 FIFA World Cup Kick-Off concert in Soweto on June 10. It was also sung at the opening ceremony, before the South Africa vs. Mexico match in Soccer City Stadium on June 11, and will be performed at the final on July 11.
"Waka Waka" is based upon a traditional African soldiers' song named Zangalewa, The song was officially chosen as the anthem for the 2010 FIFA World Cup. About this, Shakira said
"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. 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." Shakira added that "African music is so inspiring and is poised to take its place on the global pop culture stage. I was proud to be able to work with one of South Africa's most acclaimed groups, Freshlyground. Through "20 Centers for 2010" and 1GOAL, FIFA and its partners have committed to creating a lasting legacy of education for all – an issue that has been close to my heart for many years".
"Waka Waka" was written by Shakira and John Hill and co-produced by John Hill.
Indian music composers Salim and Sulaiman Merchant also collaborated with South African singer Loyiso Bala and Kenyan singer Eric Wainaina to record the anthem for FIFA World Cup 2010.
Source : www.wikipedia.org
Waka Waka (This Time For Africa) HD Video Song : Download (Superb Clarity) (96mb)Waka Waka (This Time For Africa) Audio (Mp3) Song : Download (8mb)
It was later included on Listen Up! The Official 2010 FIFA World Cup Album, released on May 31. "Waka Waka" was performed by Shakira and Freshlyground at the 2010 FIFA World Cup Kick-Off concert in Soweto on June 10. It was also sung at the opening ceremony, before the South Africa vs. Mexico match in Soccer City Stadium on June 11, and will be performed at the final on July 11.
"Waka Waka" is based upon a traditional African soldiers' song named Zangalewa, The song was officially chosen as the anthem for the 2010 FIFA World Cup. About this, Shakira said
"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. 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." Shakira added that "African music is so inspiring and is poised to take its place on the global pop culture stage. I was proud to be able to work with one of South Africa's most acclaimed groups, Freshlyground. Through "20 Centers for 2010" and 1GOAL, FIFA and its partners have committed to creating a lasting legacy of education for all – an issue that has been close to my heart for many years".
"Waka Waka" was written by Shakira and John Hill and co-produced by John Hill.
Indian music composers Salim and Sulaiman Merchant also collaborated with South African singer Loyiso Bala and Kenyan singer Eric Wainaina to record the anthem for FIFA World Cup 2010.
Source : www.wikipedia.org
Waka Waka (This Time For Africa) HD Video Song : Download (Superb Clarity) (96mb)Waka Waka (This Time For Africa) Audio (Mp3) Song : Download (8mb)
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