'Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)' peaked at number one on record charts of fifteen countries worldwide. The song, however, generated controversy after numerous South Africans expressed disappointment in FIFA's decision to select Shakira to sing the song, arguing that a native artist should have been assigned the role. It garnered generally favourable reviews from critics, receiving praise for its production. Written, composed, and produced by Shakira and John Hill, 'Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)' is a pop song whose lyrics encourage one to aim for their goals like a soldier on a battlefield. It was released on by Epic Records as the official song of the 2010 FIFA World Cup, which was held in South Africa. ' Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)' or ' Waka Waka (Esto es África)' (English: 'Waka Waka (This is Africa)'), is a song by Colombian singer Shakira, featuring the South African band Freshlyground.
