By rifanmuazin 
Shakira and Burna Boy’s anthemic track "Dai Dai (FIFA World Cup Official Song 2026)" continues its reign atop the Billboard Global 200 for a fourth consecutive week, solidifying its status as the biggest song worldwide. The collaboration, deeply intertwined with the recent FIFA World Cup, also holds a commanding presence on the Billboard Global Excl. U.S. chart, where it has now spent six weeks at number one. This sustained success underscores the enduring power of a well-placed official song at a global sporting event, extending its cultural and commercial impact far beyond the final whistle.
The chart’s upper echelons also witnessed significant movement with the impressive debuts of Morgan Wallen’s "Been by Now" and KATSEYE’s "Animal." Wallen’s latest offering surges into the top five of the Global 200, marking a strong entrance for the country superstar. Meanwhile, the emerging girl group KATSEYE secures its first top 10 position on the global stage with the debut of their track "Animal," signaling a promising start to their international chart presence.
Sustained Global Dominance of "Dai Dai"
"Dai Dai" has demonstrated remarkable resilience on the global charts. For the tracking week of July 24-30, the song garnered 56.8 million streams and 9,000 in sales worldwide, representing a modest 2% decrease in streams and a 44% dip in sales from the previous week. Despite these slight declines, its lead remains substantial. On the Billboard Global Excl. U.S. chart, the song achieved 48.5 million streams (down 2%) and 6,000 in sales (down 32%) outside the United States, maintaining its dominant position.
The song’s initial ascent to the number one spot on both charts the previous week was largely attributed to its prominent feature during the FIFA World Cup’s inaugural halftime show on July 19. Held at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, the star-studded performance saw global icons such as Shakira, Justin Bieber, BTS, and Madonna take to the stage. Burna Boy was also among the featured artists, contributing to an 11-minute spectacle that included a performance of "Dai Dai." This high-profile exposure provided a significant boost, propelling the official World Cup anthem to unprecedented chart success, becoming the first of its kind to top these global rankings.
New Contenders Emerge on the Global Stage
Beyond the continued success of "Dai Dai," the latest Billboard Global 200 and Global Excl. U.S. charts reflect a dynamic and evolving music landscape. Ella Langley’s "Choosin’ Texas" has climbed to a new personal best, reaching number two on the Global 200. This ascent marks a significant achievement for the artist, showcasing the growing appeal of her music internationally.
Ariana Grande’s "Hate That I Made You Love Me" experienced a slight dip, moving from the second to the third position on the Global 200 after a strong two-week run at number one since its debut in June. This fluctuation is typical for chart-topping hits as new releases and sustained popularity of other tracks vie for position.
Morgan Wallen’s "Been by Now" made a powerful debut at number four on the Global 200. The track generated 29.1 million streams and 14,000 in sales worldwide in its debut week, following its release on July 24. This marks Wallen’s sixth top 10 entry on the chart and his highest-ever debut as a lead artist, underscoring his significant and expanding global fanbase. The country music star’s ability to translate domestic success to international charts highlights a growing trend in genre crossover appeal.
Further down the Global 200, Justin Bieber’s "Beauty and a Beat," featuring Nicki Minaj, continues its strong performance, rising from number six to number five. This track previously held the number one spot for two weeks in May, demonstrating its enduring popularity.
KATSEYE Achieves Milestone Top 10 Debut
A notable highlight of this week’s charts is the arrival of KATSEYE’s "Animal" in the top 10 of the Global 200, debuting at number 10. The track amassed 29.8 million streams and 3,000 in sales globally in its first week. The song’s co-writing credits include notable figures such as EYEKON and Ed Sheeran, suggesting a well-crafted and strategically positioned release designed for maximum impact. This debut marks a significant career milestone for the K-Pop influenced group, establishing their presence on a major global music platform and signaling their potential for future chart success.
Global Excl. U.S. Chart Dynamics
The Billboard Global Excl. U.S. chart also presents an interesting mix of sustained hits and rising tracks. "Beauty and a Beat" by Justin Bieber featuring Nicki Minaj moves up to number two, following its previous two-week reign at number one in May. BTS’s "Swim" ascends to number three, having spent an impressive eight weeks at the top since its April debut, showcasing the continued global devotion to the K-Pop titans. Ariana Grande’s "Hate That I Made You Love Me" drops to number four after its initial two weeks at number one in June. Rounding out the top five is the collaboration between Tame Impala and JENNIE, "Dracula," which climbs to number five from number seven, having previously peaked at number two.
Understanding the Billboard Global Charts
The Billboard Global 200 and Billboard Global Excl. U.S. charts, launched in September 2020, provide a comprehensive measure of song popularity across the globe. They are compiled using data from over 200 territories worldwide, gathered by Luminate, an independent data provider. The Global 200 incorporates worldwide streaming and sales figures, while the Global Excl. U.S. chart excludes data from the United States.
The methodology for these charts involves a weighted formula that accounts for official streams on both subscription and ad-supported tiers of audio and video music services. Download sales from full-service digital music retailers globally are also included. However, sales from direct-to-consumer (D2C) websites are excluded from the chart calculations to ensure a standardized and verifiable metric across the industry.
Luminate conducts a thorough review of all submitted data to ensure the integrity and accuracy of the weekly chart rankings. This process involves authenticating data and removing any information deemed suspicious or unverifiable based on established criteria, in partnership with Billboard.
The latest charts, dated August 8, 2026, will be officially updated on Billboard.com on August 4. While the top 100 titles are accessible to all readers on Billboard.com, the complete 200-title rankings are exclusively available to subscribers of Billboard Pro, Billboard’s premium service. For ongoing updates and news regarding the charts, readers can follow @billboard and @billboardcharts on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram.
The sustained success of "Dai Dai" and the strong debuts of artists like Morgan Wallen and KATSEYE highlight the diverse and global nature of today’s music consumption. As the industry continues to evolve, these charts serve as crucial indicators of international music trends and artist impact.
