The countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is underway, and just as she did for South Africa 2010, Shakira has once again become part of the tournament’s soundtrack. The Colombian superstar joins Nigerian artist Burna Boy on Dai Dai, one of the official songs of the World Cup in Mexico, the United States and Canada.
For Tenerife residents, however, the song has sparked an amusing local connection.
The Chorus That Sounds Like “Icod”
The link was highlighted by Tenerife comedian Darío López, creator of Palante Producciones, who shared a humorous Instagram story after listening to the track.
According to López, one part of the chorus sounds remarkably similar to “Icod”, leading some listeners to believe Shakira is singing the name of Icod de los Vinos, the well-known town in northern Tenerife.
His playful reaction quickly caught the attention of followers, many of whom could suddenly hear the same thing.
What Is Shakira Actually Singing?
Despite the similarity, Shakira is not mentioning the Tenerife municipality.
The lyric in question is “ikou”, a Japanese expression derived from the verb iku (“to go”) and commonly used to mean “let’s go” or “come on.”
The chorus repeats the word “let’s go” in several languages, including Spanish, English, French, Italian and Japanese, reflecting the global spirit of the World Cup and its international audience.
Following in the Footsteps of Waka Waka
The song also carries a charitable message. According to Shakira, funds generated through the project will support educational and sporting programmes for children through FIFA’s Education Fund.
She is also expected to perform again on 19 July 2026, when the World Cup final will feature its first-ever Super Bowl-style halftime show.
For many football fans, Shakira’s name remains forever linked to the World Cup thanks to “Waka Waka”, the anthem of the 2010 tournament that coincided with Spain’s historic World Cup victory.
This time, while the lyrics may not actually mention Tenerife, they’ve certainly given residents of Icod de los Vinos a reason to smile.