Shakira said that she was honored that the song "was chosen to be part of the excitement and the legacy of the 2010 FIFA World Cup." She added: "The FIFA World Cup is a miracle of global excitement, connecting every country, race, religion and condition around a single passion. Trying to figure out whether at the start of Waka Waka they say "otra" (which is Spanish and in this case meaning to score another goal) or if they say "Waka". I've checked several lyrics online and they don't include that part at the beginning. Never really payed attention before but it does sound like they chant "otra, otra.". Waka waka is a slang phrase from Cameroon that means "do it," and Shakira based elements of the song on the marching chant that sprung from an '80s song by Camaroon band Golden Sounds. It's Shakira drew inspiration from the traditional African dance style known as "Zangalewa.". The song's lyrics are a mix of English, Spanish, and a Cameroon dialect, creating a unique fusion of languages that reflects the diverse cultures and languages of Africa. If you've heard the Golden Sounds version, it's way more obvious but the "eh, eh" was mocking. Similar to like "oh, oh!" but it's not that obvious when Shakira does it ! [1] Tsa-mina mina means litteraly "come you, you" [2] Waka waka means litteraly "you (action) do" so "you do it" so the adaptation can be "you come (the action)" Waka Waka (Esto es África) is the Official World Cup song for 2010. This is the spanish version. Join the Facebook Group for this song: www.facebook.c The chorus repeats the phrase "Tsamina mina zangalewa" which means "listen to me, the one who sings" and "This time for Africa" emphasizing that this is Africa's moment to shine. The phrase "Waka Waka" is a reference to a traditional dance, and is used to express energy and excitement. aImD2R.

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