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Top 10 Worthy World Cup Songs, From 'Waka Waka' to 'Wavin' Flag'

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by Billboard Staff  |   June 09, 2010 5:44 EDT
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World Cup 2010 and Music

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Keri Hilson

Need a soundtrack to get you pumped for the World Cup? No problem. From Shakira's "Waka Waka" to K'Naan's "Wavin' Flag" and Akon's "Oh Africa," it feels like there are as many songs vying for anthem status as there are teams competing in the main event. 

 

Here, the 10 most worthy World Cup songs that are guaranteed to get you in the spirit -- whether you're a diehard soccer fan or just want a reason to shake your hips, wave your flag and shout, "Game oooon!" 

 

 

Shakira and Freshlyground, "Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)"

Official FIFA World Cup Song

 

Shakira's catchiest ditty since "Hips Don't Lie" features South African group Freshlyground and sets the tone with African rhythms and an infectious chorus.

 

 

K'Naan, "Wavin' Flag"

Official Coca-Cola Anthem

 

Like any good anthem, "Wavin' Flag" immediately makes it easy for everyone sing along. For the patriotic novice, the video comes with a demonstration on how to wave your flag, courtesy of collaborators will.i.am and David Guetta. 

 

How K'Naan's Song Became Coca Cola's World Cup Soundtrack 

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Pitbull featuring TKZee and Dario G, "Game On" 

Official FIFA Mascot Song

 

 

Pitbull, South Africa's TKZee and U.K.-based Dario G get the party going with their Baja Men-esque track, "Game On." "This is for the world/this is for the glory," Pitbull announces in the beginning. Who's not a fan of that?

 

 

Robbie Williams, Russell Brand, Frank Skinner & Daniel Baddiel, "Three Lions 2010" 

Remake of Unofficial England Anthem

 

Robbie Williams collaborated with three funnymen for this remake of the unofficial U.K. soccer anthem, "Three Lions," which the Telegraph describes as "without a doubt the most popular England song of all time." No pressure!  

 

 

R. Kelly featuring Soweto Gospel Choir, "Sign of Victory" 

Official FIFA World Cup Anthem

 

R. Kelly's spiritually inspired World Cup anthem goes down smoothly with a little help from the Soweto Gospel Choir. "I can feel the spirit of the nation/ and I can feel my wings riding the wind…that's the sign of a victory," he sings. Kelly and the choir will perform "Sign of Victory" at the June 11 opening ceremony. 

 

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