La La La (Brasil 2014)/Waka Waka (This Time For Africa) Medley [El Dorado World Tour] Lyrics in English Shakira
Rede literally translates to "net," but it's a wonderfully versatile word that can also mean "network" or even a "hammock." In this World Cup anthem, Shakira uses it to refer to the soccer goal's net.
The line "Coração fica na rede" (The heart stays in the net) is a powerful metaphor for the moment a goal is scored. It beautifully captures how the passion and emotion of the players and fans are "caught" in the net along with the ball at the moment of victory.
La La La / Waka Waka is Shakira’s sonic celebration of the FIFA World Cup, where the soccer pitch becomes a tapete verde and the whole planet turns into one giant dance floor. Switching between Portuguese, English, Spanish, and vibrant African chants, the song invites Germans, Colombians, Spanish, French, and everyone else to step off the bench and join the party. The pounding drumbeat mirrors a racing heartbeat, reminding listeners that destiny is calling every time the ball rolls and the crowd roars.
Beyond the carnival vibe, the medley is a motivational pep-talk. Shakira dares us to act like we mean it, to rise when we fall, and to shine in our moment under the spotlight. Whether you are on the field, in the stands, or just dancing in your room, the chorus shouts that today’s your day. It is a rallying cry for unity and resilience, declaring that when we play, dream, and sing together, “We’re all Africa.”
