In the midst of 2022, Shakira and Gerard Pique ended their relationship. As a highly talked-about artist, anything related to her is of interest, especially if it involves football. Recently, Arsenal posted a video on social media featuring a chant dedicated to Kai Havertz, set to the tune of Shakira’s ‘Waka Waka’. Shakira, who originally sang the song for the 2010 World Cup, shared the video on her Instagram stories. Despite the end of her relationship with Pique, Shakira still holds the song dear to her heart for its impact on her career and the World Cup.
The tune of ‘Waka Waka’ originates from the African song ‘Zangalewa’, which was used by various groups to set the mood for marches. Despite initial concerns about plagiarism, it was revealed that Shakira and Wilfrido Vargas, who also used the tune, both took it from the same source.
