Shakira has a new World Cup song being released Thursday. What are the elements of a good World Cup anthem — and why has Shakira been so successful at it?

SACHA PFEIFFER, HOST:

The World Cup is back this summer, and even if you don't care about the sport, you may care about the official 2026 World Cup song.

AILSA CHANG, HOST:

It's "Dai Dai" by Shakira and Nigerian artist Burna Boy.

(SOUNDBITE OF SONG, "DAI DAI")

SHAKIRA AND BURNA BOY: (Vocalizing).

PFEIFFER: FIFA announced today that for the first time, there will be a World Cup halftime show during the final match.

CHANG: That's right. It's going to feature Madonna, BTS and, of course, the queen of World Cup music, Shakira.

(SOUNDBITE OF SONG, "DAI DAI")

SHAKIRA AND BURNA BOY: (Singing) You belong. You've been this brave all along.

PFEIFFER: We've come to expect hits from the World Cup.…