Shakira and Burna Boy continue to dominate the international music scene as their collaboration “Dai Dai (FIFA World Cup Official Song 2026)” reaches another major milestone on the global charts.
The song has now spent an impressive 10 weeks at No. 1 on the Global Excl. U.S. chart, while also holding the top position on the Global 200 for a seventh week. After first reaching the summit in July, “Dai Dai” has managed to maintain its momentum well beyond the conclusion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The song’s continued success demonstrates the enormous global appeal of both artists and the lasting power of a major sporting event’s official anthem. While many songs connected to tournaments experience a short burst of popularity before fading from public attention, “Dai Dai” has continued to attract millions of listeners around the world.
With its latest achievement, the Shakira and Burna Boy collaboration joins a highly exclusive group of songs that have spent at least 10 weeks at No. 1 on the Global Excl. U.S. ranking since the international chart system was introduced in September 2020.
The latest chart week also brings major developments for other artists. Karol G has reached the top 10 with “BbY WOW,” a collaboration featuring Judeline and rusowsky, while Stella Lefty earns her first Global 200 top 10 with “Boston.”
Meanwhile, the music world continues to reflect on the legacy of Dolly Parton following her death on Aug. 25, with several of her classic songs making notable appearances on the global rankings.
Outside the United States, “Dai Dai” generated approximately 31.4 million streams and around 3,000 sales during the same period.
Reaching 10 weeks at No. 1 is a significant accomplishment.
Since the launch of the Global Excl. U.S. chart in 2020, only a small number of songs have managed to lead the ranking for 10 weeks or more.
Among the other major songs to achieve lengthy runs at the summit are:
- “Golden” by HUNTR/X, EJAE, Audrey Nuna and REI AMI – 20 weeks
- “APT.” by ROSÉ and Bruno Mars – 19 weeks
- “Die With a Smile” by Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars – 17 weeks
- “All I Want for Christmas Is You” by Mariah Carey – 14 weeks
- “Flowers” by Miley Cyrus – 13 weeks
- “As It Was” by Harry Styles – 13 weeks
- “Dai Dai” by Shakira and Burna Boy – 10 weeks
Joining this list places “Dai Dai” in elite company.
For Shakira, the achievement adds another major chapter to a career already filled with internationally successful songs. Her history with major sporting events has helped establish her as one of the most recognizable artists associated with global football culture.
Burna Boy, meanwhile, continues to expand his international reach, with the collaboration demonstrating the global influence of Afrobeats and African artists in mainstream music.
Karol G Reaches the Top 10 With ‘BbY WOW’
While “Dai Dai” remains the dominant song on the global rankings, Karol G has also achieved an important milestone.
Her track “BbY WOW,” featuring Judeline and rusowsky, made a major jump on both international charts.
The song surged from No. 37 to No. 5 on the Global 200 and climbed from No. 41 to No. 10 on the Global Excl. U.S. ranking.
The impressive movement was driven by a significant increase in streaming activity.
“BbY WOW” generated approximately 26 million global streams, representing a gain of around 45% compared with the previous tracking period.
The achievement gives Karol G another major top-10 success internationally.
For Judeline and rusowsky, the result is especially significant because it represents their first top-10 appearance on the global rankings.
The performance highlights the continued growth of Spanish-language and Latin music across international markets.
Streaming platforms have allowed artists to reach listeners across borders without relying entirely on traditional radio or country-specific promotion. Songs can now develop rapidly in multiple territories at the same time.
The rise of “BbY WOW” is another example of how global music consumption has become increasingly interconnected.
Tame Impala, Justin Bieber and BTS Hold Strong
The rest of the Global Excl. U.S. top five also features several familiar names.
Tame Impala’s “Loser” climbed to No. 2, reaching a new peak on the chart. The song received additional attention following its connection with Spider-Man: Brand New Day, helping introduce the track to a broader audience.
Meanwhile, Justin Bieber’s “Beauty and a Beat,” featuring Nicki Minaj, moved into the No. 3 position.
The song remains one of Bieber’s most recognizable pop hits and continues to find new audiences through streaming, social media and catalog rediscovery.
BTS’ “Swim” moved to No. 4 after previously enjoying an extended run at No. 1.
The group’s international fanbase remains one of the most powerful forces in global music, and the continued chart performance of “Swim” reflects that support.
At No. 5 was Ariana Grande’s “Hate That I Made You Love Me.”
The song had previously spent time at the top of the chart after its release and continues to remain among the strongest-performing songs internationally.
Together, these tracks demonstrate the diversity of today’s global charts.
Pop, K-pop, Latin music, alternative music and international collaborations are all competing on the same rankings.
Stella Lefty Breaks Into the Global Top 10
Another major chart story belongs to Stella Lefty.
Her song “Boston” climbed from No. 17 to No. 10 on the Global 200, marking her first appearance inside the chart’s top 10.
The song generated approximately 24.1 million streams worldwide, representing an increase of around 9%.
Sales also increased significantly, reaching approximately 5,000 copies worldwide, a rise of around 22%.
The achievement is notable for another reason.
“Boston” became the first debut chart entry by a female artist who has also appeared on the Hot Country Songs ranking to reach the top 10 of the Global 200.
That accomplishment illustrates how country music is increasingly finding audiences outside its traditional markets.
For decades, country music was primarily associated with the United States and a limited number of international territories.
However, streaming services have changed the way music travels.
Artists can now reach listeners around the world, and songs that once might have been considered regional can become global hits.
Stella Lefty’s breakthrough is another indication that country music can successfully compete alongside pop, hip-hop, Latin, K-pop and other internationally dominant genres.
Dolly Parton’s Music Returns to the Global Charts
The latest chart rankings also reflect the enormous impact of Dolly Parton’s death on listeners around the world.
Following the legendary singer’s passing on Aug. 25, audiences returned to her catalog in significant numbers.
As a result, five of her classic songs entered the Global 200.
Leading the group was one of her most famous recordings, “Jolene.”
The song debuted at No. 16 after generating approximately 18.5 million streams worldwide and around 20,000 sales.
The renewed interest demonstrates the lasting appeal of Parton’s music.
Released decades ago, “Jolene” remains one of the most recognizable songs in country music history. Its story, melody and distinctive vocal performance have allowed it to remain relevant across multiple generations.
Several other classics also returned to international attention.
“9 to 5” entered the chart at No. 25, with approximately 15.4 million streams and 19,000 sales.
Her iconic collaboration with Kenny Rogers, “Islands in the Stream,” debuted at No. 43 after generating around 13.4 million streams and 17,000 sales.
“I Will Always Love You,” one of the most famous songs written and originally recorded by Parton, entered at No. 55.
The song generated approximately 10.9 million streams and 21,000 sales worldwide.
Another Parton classic, “Here You Come Again,” entered at No. 133.
Outside the United States, “Jolene” also made a strong impact, reaching No. 70 on the Global Excl. U.S. ranking.
“9 to 5” and “Islands in the Stream” also appeared on that chart.
The renewed attention toward Parton’s catalog is a reminder that an artist’s legacy can continue growing long after their final recording.
Her music has influenced generations of performers and remains an important part of country music history.
How the Global Charts Measure Music Success
The Global 200 and Global Excl. U.S. rankings are designed to measure the popularity of songs across more than 200 territories.
The two charts use streaming and sales information to determine the world’s biggest songs each week.
The Global 200 includes worldwide activity, including the United States.
The Global Excl. U.S. ranking, as its name suggests, measures activity from territories outside the United States.
These charts are particularly interesting because they offer a broader picture of international music consumption.
A song that performs well in North America may not necessarily dominate globally.
Likewise, an artist can become an enormous international success even if their music does not perform as strongly in the U.S. market.
The rankings use a weighted formula that takes into account official streams from both subscription and advertising-supported tiers of audio and video music services.
Digital song purchases are also included.
However, not every type of sale is counted in the same way, and direct-to-consumer purchases may be excluded depending on chart methodology.
The result is a system designed to reflect broad global listening behavior.
In an era dominated by streaming, these rankings provide a useful picture of which songs are connecting with audiences across borders.
Why ‘Dai Dai’ Has Become a Global Phenomenon
The continued success of “Dai Dai” is especially notable because music connected to sporting events often experiences a very specific popularity cycle.
A tournament creates massive attention.
Fans hear the song during broadcasts, stadium events, advertisements and social media content.
Once the tournament ends, however, many official songs gradually lose momentum.
“Dai Dai” has avoided that immediate decline.
More than a month after the conclusion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Shakira and Burna Boy’s collaboration remains the world’s biggest song on the Global Excl. U.S. ranking.
Its combination of two internationally recognized artists may be one reason for its longevity.
Shakira has decades of experience creating songs that connect with international audiences, particularly in the world of football.
Burna Boy brings another global audience and a musical style that has helped Afrobeats become one of the most influential genres in contemporary pop music.
Together, the artists created a song capable of reaching multiple audiences.
Football fans discovered it through the World Cup.
Shakira fans embraced another major international anthem.
Burna Boy’s audience helped expand its reach across Africa and other markets.
The result has been an unusually sustained chart run.
Final Thoughts: A Global Music Week Filled With Major Milestones
The latest international chart results tell several different stories at once.
At the top, Shakira and Burna Boy’s “Dai Dai” continues to establish itself as one of the defining global songs of 2026.
Ten weeks at No. 1 on the Global Excl. U.S. ranking is a remarkable achievement and places the song alongside some of the biggest international hits of recent years.
Elsewhere, Karol G continues to demonstrate her global influence with another top-10 success, while Judeline and rusowsky celebrate their first appearances in the upper reaches of the international charts.
Stella Lefty’s rise with “Boston” also highlights the expanding global reach of country-influenced music.
At the same time, the renewed success of Dolly Parton’s catalog shows the timeless nature of truly iconic songs.
Years or even decades after their original release, songs such as “Jolene,” “9 to 5” and “I Will Always Love You” continue to find new listeners.
The current global music landscape is more diverse than ever.
A FIFA World Cup anthem can compete with K-pop.
A country song can rise into the worldwide top 10.
Latin artists can reach listeners across continents.
And legendary catalog music can suddenly return to the charts through a new generation of fans.
For now, however, the biggest story remains the extraordinary run of “Dai Dai.”
With 10 weeks at No. 1 outside the United States and seven weeks leading the Global 200, Shakira and Burna Boy’s collaboration has firmly established itself as one of the biggest international music success stories of 2026.