Andrea Bocelli and EJAE delivered one of the most memorable musical moments of the 2026 FIFA World Cup opening ceremony in Mexico City, performing the tournament’s official anthem, “DNA.” The song blends Bocelli’s powerful operatic vocals with EJAE’s contemporary pop style, symbolizing the unity and global spirit of football.

The performance marked the live debut of “DNA”, the official anthem created by Andrea Bocelli, EJAE, DJ David Guetta, and Megan Thee Stallion. FIFA described the song as a celebration of resilience, ambition, belonging, and the emotional connection shared by football fans worldwide.

A particularly significant moment came from EJAE, the Korean-American singer-songwriter known globally for “Golden.” She revealed that she wrote and performed Korean lyrics in the anthem, saying it was an honor to represent South Korea on football’s biggest stage. EJAE also recalled memories of the 2002 World Cup in Seoul, when strangers celebrated together in the streets, describing that sense of unity as the essence of the World Cup.

The ceremony also featured stars including Shakira, Burna Boy, J Balvin, Tyla, and Salma Hayek, but the Bocelli-EJAE collaboration stood out as a unique fusion of classical and modern music, setting an emotional tone before the tournament officially kicked off.

🎶⚽ “It’s more than just a game, it’s our DNA” became the central message as millions of fans around the world watched the World Cup begin.