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Long live football! With the 2019 Copa America and FIFA Women’s World Cup in full swing, soccer fans are tuning in from living rooms, bars and stadiums around the world. Whether your national team makes the cut or you’re forced to side with another country, things are about to get heated. Of course, football fans are also big music fans. No other sport offers as many singing opportunities, but instead of relying on the usual crowd cheers and the White Stripes’ “Seven Nation Army,” why not give our hand-picked list of soccer jams, a try?
Billboard Dance and Latin have teamed up to bring you this incredible football soundtrack. Check out the list of football songs below and get ready to play in style.
Léo Santana, Karol G – “Viba Continente”
Brazilian star Leo Santana and Colombian singer Karol G have teamed up for the official song of the Copa America 2019. The bilingual track with lyrics in Spanish and Portuguese celebrates the current football hype taking place during the championship in Brazil , which peaks on July 14.
Nicky Jam feat. Will Smith and Era Istrefi – “Live It”
Nicky Jam invited his good friend Will Smith and Russian singer Era Istrefi for the official song of the 2018 World Cup “Live It Up”. The animated music video features some of the biggest names in football.
Pitbull feat. Jennifer Lopez and Claudia Leitte – “We Are One (Ole Ole)”
Four years prior, Pitbull, Jennifer Lopez and Brazilian singer Claudia Leitte were all behind the official 2014 World Cup song “We Are One (Ole Ole),” fusing Caribbean rhythms with infectious samba melodies.
Shakira’s feat. Carlinhos Brown – “La La La (Brazil 2014)”
During the 2014 World Cup, Shakira performed her catchy track “La La La” featuring Brazilian star Carlinhos Brown. The song, part of the official 2014 World Cup album, was in partnership with Activia to support the World Food Program and its school meals initiative.
Shakira – “Waka Waka (this time for Africa)”
Who can forget the time when Shakira was selected to sing the official anthem of the 2010 World Cup? The clip, which currently has over 2.2 billion views, features numerous soccer stars, including Argentine Leo Messi and Shakira’s partner, Spaniard Gerard Pique.
Jason Derulo and Maluma – “Colors”
Sending a message about unity and enjoying life, Jason Derulo teamed up with Maluma for “Colors.” The collaboration was released as Coca-Cola’s promotional anthem for the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
Gianluca Vacchi and Sebastian Yatra – “LOVE”
Social media sensation Gianluca Vacchi and Colombian singer Sebastian Yatra joined forces in 2018 to sing about two things they are passionate about: football and love.
New Order – “The World on the Move”
Everyone knows that the British take their football seriously, and it turned out that David Bloomfield, then press officer of the Football Association, was a big fan of Division of Joy. Post-punk and dance nerds know this New order includes the members of Joy Division under a different name (with a different singer), and when Bloomfield contacted the fun dance group’s management to create a tune for the world’s favorite game, they jumped at the chance. This might be the grooviest football song of all time.
Fans – “Ole Ole Ole (The Name of the Game)”
From the grooviest to perhaps the most famous, how many times have you chanted “Ole Ole Ole” in hallowed halls and with friends in beer-soaked rooms? Released in 1987, the fields continue to resonate with this timeless classic. Shout it from the rooftop whether your team wins or not.
Devonte Hynes – “Football Field”
This synth-heavy instrumental track comes from the 2014 drama’s soundtrack. Palo Alto. It captures the concentration and dynamism of the players on the pitch. While we in the stands cheer and drink and sing, they are focused on the goal, kicking and grinding their way to glory, blind to the world around them until a sweet victory is within their reach.
Ricky Martin – “The Cup of Life”
Released in 1998, this whistle and horn is a must-have for any football celebration. It’s more than just an official FIFA anthem, it’s a classic Martin single, the second from his album. Vuelve. The trophy is within your reach if you really want it, so ask yourself: do you really want it?
Baby Blue – “Football”
So maybe this song isn’t directly about football, but we dig the vibes. It sounds like a classic sock-hop jam, but it’s actually from 2017. If someone’s breathing down your neck, tell them to go kick some footballs and leave you alone.
K’Naan – “Waving a Flag”
FIFA celebrated its 2010 World Cup with this percussive song featuring Somali-Canadian poet K’Naan. He’s a worldly guy who knows a thing or two about bridging cultures through song and a loving spirit. There’s a sense of carefreeness that’s easy to enjoy.
Jonpaw – “Football (Instrumental)”
Here’s another electronic instrument to get your blood pumping. The stakes are high and sweat is pouring off your forehead, but you can’t miss this photo. It could win you everything. Don’t forget your coaching and trust your instincts. Your country supports you.
Cali and El Dandee – “Gol”
You knew this one was coming, didn’t you? Since 2014, this inspiring and uplifting song by Cali and El Dandee will make you super motivated for the final face-to-face. A dance-pop beat will get you ready for the club, so put this one on before and after the game.
Football Hooligans – “Football in the Snow”
Football fans are the craziest. They will play the ball even when the green is covered in white. Here’s a song to keep you warm at the end of the Copa America and the World Cup.
The objective – “Football 2016”
One last funky electronic jingle to get you into the action. This one comes from France and has that classic stadium energy. Pump your fists and make some noise. We need to make it count.
