Andrea Bocelli, David Guetta, Megan Thee Stallion and EJAE release

The FIFA World Cup 2026 has unveiled its official anthem, titled "DNA," performed by legendary tenor Maestro Andrea Bocelli, global DJ and producer David Guetta, three-time Grammy Award-winning rapper Megan Thee Stallion, and Academy Award, Grammy Award and Golden Globe Award-winning singer-songwriter EJAE. The track is now available on all streaming platforms.

Anthem reflects unity and identity

"DNA" is described as a blend of classical vocals, contemporary artistry and electronic production, intended to define the sound of the first FIFA World Cup to be staged across three countries — Canada, Mexico and the United States — and 16 host cities. The tournament will feature 48 teams competing on football's biggest stage.

The anthem's title and lyrics, including the line "It's more than just a game, it's our DNA," aim to capture the identity, unity and belonging at the heart of the World Cup. According to FIFA, the track reflects the spirit of the tournament, celebrating football as more than a game and honoring the emotional and cultural bonds that connect players and fans across generations.

Opening ceremony performance

Andrea Bocelli and EJAE will perform "DNA" for the first time at the opening ceremony in Mexico City on Thursday, 11 June. The ceremony marks the beginning of a tournament that will span North America, uniting millions of fans worldwide.

Artists share personal connections

Andrea Bocelli said: "The title of the song DNA, says everything. Football has been in my life for as long as I can remember, and will always hold a very special place in my heart. To be invited to sing the anthem of the FIFA World Cup and to participate in the opening ceremony is an honor that moves me deeply. It also fills me with immense joy and gratitude, to return to Mexico City, a city that has received me with such extraordinary warmth. And to sing on the Official Anthem alongside EJAE and David Guetta is a collaboration I will truly treasure. To FIFA, to the organisers, and to every fan who will gather in stadiums, living rooms and village squares across the globe, it is for you that we sing."

EJAE added: "Being a part of the Official FIFA World Cup Anthem means so much to me. It's especially meaningful because I was able to write Korean lyrics in the song—representing South Korea on this stage is such an honour. One of my favorite childhood memories is being in Seoul during the 2002 World Cup, and seeing the city unite. I'll never forget the feeling of seeing strangers on the street hug each other and celebrate. To me, that feeling of togetherness is what the World Cup means, and I'm grateful to be a part of it this year!"

Musical collaboration bridges genres

The anthem brings together artists from different musical worlds. Bocelli contributes timeless dignity and emotional weight, echoing the tradition and legacy of the game. Guetta infuses contemporary scale and universality with his electronic production. Megan Thee Stallion adds hip-hop energy, while EJAE delivers a voice shaped by the global fan experience. Together, they have created an anthem that FIFA describes as both reverent and current — a bridge between football's history and its future.