Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)
Shakira · Live From Paris [2011]
Choosing your battles
Pick yourself up
And dust yourself off
Get back in the saddle
You're on the front line
Everyone's watching
You know it's serious
We're getting closer
This isn't over
The pressure is on
You feel it
But you got it all
Believe it
When you fall get up, oh oh
If you fall get up, eh eh
Tsamina mina zangalewa
'Cause this is Africa
Tsamina mina, eh eh eh
Waka waka, eh eh
Tsamina mina zangalewa
This time for Africa
Listen to your God
This is our motto
Your time to shine
Don't wait in line
Y vamos por todo
People are raising
Their expectations
Go on and feed them
This is your moment
No hesitations
Today's your day
I feel it
You paved the way
Believe it
If you get down get up, oh oh
When you get down get up, eh eh
Tsamina mina zangalewa
This time for Africa
Tsamina mina, eh eh
Waka waka, eh eh
Tsamina mina zangalewa
Anawa a a
Tsamina mina, eh eh
Waka waka, eh eh
Tsamina mina zangalewa
This time for Africa
Awela Majoni Biggie Biggie Mama One A To Z
Athi sithi LaMajoni Biggie Biggie Mama From East To West
Bathi Waka Waka Ma Eh Eh Waka Waka Ma Eh Eh
Zonke zizwe mazi buye
'Cause this is Africa
Tsamina mina, eh eh
Waka waka, eh eh
Tsamina mina zangalewa
Anawa a a
Tsamina mina, eh eh
Waka waka, eh eh
Tsamina mina zangalewa
This time for Africa
Django eh eh
Django eh eh
Tsamina mina zangalewa
Anawa a a
Django eh eh
Django eh eh
Tsamina mina zangalewa
Anawa a a
This time for Africa (2x)
We're all Africa (2x)
Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)
Shakira's "Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)" stands as a defining anthem of the 2010 FIFA World Cup, blending her signature Latin pop sensibilities with vibrant Afrobeat rhythms. Recorded for the Live From Paris [2011] album, the track exemplifies her ability to fuse global musical traditions into a unified sound. The song's infectious energy and celebratory message made it an instant global hit, reinforcing her status as a leading figure in contemporary pop music. By incorporating traditional African percussion alongside modern production, the recording bridges cultural divides while showcasing her versatility as a performer. This work remains a testament to her commitment to representing diverse musical heritage on an international stage.