Dave Faber,
Jessie Farrell
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,
Colin James
Colin James (born Colin James Munn, August 17, 1964) is a Canadian rock and blues singer and songwriter.
Biography Early years
James was born in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada. His grandpa was Serbian. He got his break opening for Stevie Ray V ...
, Pat Kordyback, Brandon Lehti,
Colin MacDonald,
Jay Malinowski
Jay Malinowski (born 1982) is a Canadians, Canadian singer, songwriter, visual artist and writer. He was born in Montreal, Quebec, and grew up in Vancouver, British Columbia. He is best known as the vocalist and guitarist for reggae group Bedo ...
, Stacey McKitrick,
Suzie McNeil,
Stephan Moccio,
Kevin Parent
Kevin Parent (born 12 December 1972) is a Canadian singer-songwriter from Quebec. He is fluent in both English and French.
Early life
Although his first language is English, he was born in Greenfield Park, Quebec (now a borough of the city o ...
,
Josh Ramsay
Joshua Keeler Ramsay (born June 11, 1985) is a Canadian singer, songwriter, producer, recording engineer, multi-instrumentalist. He is best known for being the lead vocalist of the pop rock band Marianas Trench. He has produced and has written ...
,
Red 1,
Hayley Sales
Hayley Sales is an American-Canadian singer-songwriter and actress. Sales' debut album ''Sunseed'' was released on June 19, 2007; songs "Keep Drivin" and "What You Want" reached #11 on the Japan Hot 100 and #45 on the Canadian Hot 100, respect ...
,
James Shaw, and
Shiloh. Students from
Vancouver
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high schools Lord Byng Secondary and Magee Secondary also voluntarily participated by playing together as an orchestra. A music video was shot for the charity single at
The Warehouse Studio
The Warehouse Studio is a multi-media recording facility and photography studio in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, owned by Bryan Adams.
Building
Originally built by the Oppenheimer Brothers in June 1886 as Vancouver's first wholesale g ...
in
Vancouver
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,
British Columbia
British Columbia (commonly abbreviated as BC) is the westernmost province of Canada, situated between the Pacific Ocean and the Rocky Mountains. It has a diverse geography, with rugged landscapes that include rocky coastlines, sandy beaches, ...
,
Canada
Canada is a country in North America. Its ten provinces and three territories extend from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean and northward into the Arctic Ocean, covering over , making it the world's second-largest country by tot ...
. In March 2011, the single won a
Juno award
The Juno Awards, more popularly known as the JUNOS, are awards presented annually to Canadian musical artists and bands to acknowledge their artistic and technical achievements in all aspects of music. New members of the Canadian Music Hall of ...
for "Single of the Year".
Track listing
Charts
Weekly charts
Year-end charts
Certifications
Coca-Cola Celebration Mix
In 2010, a remix of the song, entitled the "Celebration Mix", was recorded for use as
Coca-Cola
Coca-Cola, or Coke, is a carbonated soft drink manufactured by the Coca-Cola Company. Originally marketed as a temperance drink and intended as a patent medicine, it was invented in the late 19th century by John Stith Pemberton in Atlanta ...
's promotional anthem for the
2010 FIFA World Cup
, image = 2010 FIFA World Cup.svg
, size = 200px
, caption = ''Ke Nako. (Tswana and Sotho for "It's time") Celebrate Africa's Humanity'It's time. Celebrate Africa's Humanity'' (English)''Dis tyd. Vier Afrika se mensd ...
, hosted by
South Africa
South Africa, officially the Republic of South Africa (RSA), is the southernmost country in Africa. It is bounded to the south by of coastline that stretch along the South Atlantic and Indian Oceans; to the north by the neighbouring countri ...
. This version reached number one in
Germany
Germany,, officially the Federal Republic of Germany, is a country in Central Europe. It is the second most populous country in Europe after Russia, and the most populous member state of the European Union. Germany is situated betwe ...
,
Switzerland
). Swiss law does not designate a ''capital'' as such, but the federal parliament and government are installed in Bern, while other federal institutions, such as the federal courts, are in other cities (Bellinzona, Lausanne, Luzern, Neuchâtel ...
and
Austria
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and number two in
Italy
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, the
United Kingdom
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, and
Ireland
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.
Coca-Cola described the remix as "inspired by the joyous dance celebrations familiar to Africa." Coca-Cola integrated its jingle, well known from previous Coca-Cola commercials, into the mix, generating a direct association between the remixed song and the brand. New lyrics related to football were added, "let's rejoice in
the Beautiful Game
The Beautiful Game ( pt, o jogo bonito) is a nickname for association football. It was popularised by the Brazilian footballer Pelé, although the exact origin of the phrase is disputed. Stuart Hall, an English football commentator, used it as ...
", and "see the champions take the field." A music video shows people playing the game, and
goal celebration
In sports, a goal celebration is the practice of celebrating the scoring of a goal. The celebration is normally performed by the goalscorer, and may involve their teammates, the manager or coaching staff or the supporters of the team. Whilst r ...
s. The song was used throughout the tournament, and featured on all worldwide versions of the Coca-Cola campaign. The song was also played at events for the FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour, where K'naan performed this version live for the first time, and featured on the online digital platform for the World Cup. He also performed at the
World Cup kick-off concert. The music video for the remix includes a guest appearance by Malhar Chitnis. The remix video was recorded in
Estadio Centenario
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in Montevideo, the site of the first
1930 FIFA World Cup Final. The remix version appears on the Champion Edition of ''Troubadour''.
Although the remix features many elements of the original song, it includes most notably a new pre-chorus that sets the uplifting, unified tone of the 2010 FIFA World Cup, turning the song into one that is more open, more inviting and more celebratory. "I'm so proud of this
ewversion," K'naan told ''Billboard.Biz''. The new version also removes many of the darker lyrics of the original song. According to ''Billboard'', Coca-Cola "loved the song but noted that lyrical references to 'a violent prone, poor people zone' and people 'struggling, fighting to eat' didn't fit the campaign's themes".
Charts
Weekly charts
Year-end charts
Celebration Mix
A remix of "Wavin' Flag", which features French music producer
David Guetta
Pierre David Guetta ( , ; born 7 November 1967) is a French DJ and music producer. He has over 10 million album and 65 million single sales globally, with more than 10 billion streams. In 2011, 2020 and 2021, Guetta was voted the number one D ...
and American rapper, producer and
The Black Eyed Peas
Black Eyed Peas (also known as The Black Eyed Peas) is an American musical group consisting of rappers will.i.am, apl.de.ap, Taboo. The group's line-up during the height of their popularity in the 2000s featured Fergie, who replaced Kim Hil ...
frontman
will.i.am
William James Adams Jr. (born March 15, 1975), known professionally as will.i.am (pronounced "Will-I-am"), is an American rapper, singer, songwriter and record producer. He is the founding and lead member of the musical group Black Eyed Peas.
...
, was made for international release outside of
Canada
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. Will.i.am's solo parts were exclusively written for the international version, and for the K'naan part, some of the lyrics were amended. His version of the song was mixed by hit engineer Dylan "3-D" Dresdow. This version was later released as the B-side to the Celebration Mix. The maxi-single CD also included the Spanish adaptation with the Spanish language verses written by Rafael Vergara and interpreted by
David Bisbal
David Bisbal Ferre (born 5 June 1979) is a Spanish singer, songwriter, and actor. He gained his initial fame as a runner-up on the interactive reality television show ''Operación Triunfo''.
He has since released five studio albums, all of whi ...
.
The maxi single release track list:
The version featuring will.i.am and David Guetta was released as the single B-side to "Wavin' Flag (Celebration Mix)" single release in Europe.
A separate music video was made for this version, with the artists performing in front of a large black flag. However some scenes were used from the original Canadian music video and from K'naan's "Wavin' Flag (The Celebration Mix)" music video intertwined with visuals of the new video.
Bilingual versions
Many bilingual versions of the Celebration Mix have been made, for use in each of their respective countries. The initial bilingual version was recorded by K'naan and Spanish singer
David Bisbal
David Bisbal Ferre (born 5 June 1979) is a Spanish singer, songwriter, and actor. He gained his initial fame as a runner-up on the interactive reality television show ''Operación Triunfo''.
He has since released five studio albums, all of whi ...
, sung in both English and Spanish, and targeting all Spanish-speaking markets, including Spain, Mexico, Central and South America. This version was entitled the "Spanish Celebration Mix", and was officially made available for digital download in February 2010. As a part of the promotion, a music video of the Spanish Celebration Mix was filmed and released for the song.
Another version sung in both English and Arabic, featuring
Nancy Ajram
Nancy Nabil Ajram ( ar, نانسي نبيل عجرم, born May 16, 1983) is a Lebanese singer, television personality and businesswoman. Dubbed by Spotify as the " Queen of Arab Pop". With the support of her father, she began performing as ...
, a multi-platinum Lebanese singer and spokesperson for Coca-Cola Middle East, was released in all Middle Eastern Countries. This version, entitled the "Arabic Celebration Mix", also had a music video recorded for it. Scenes were filmed in Denmark, Portugal, Brazil, Lebanon and South Africa. A Chinese version, featuring
Jacky Cheung
Jacky Cheung Hok-yau (born 10 July 1961) is a Hong Kong singer and actor. Dubbed the "God of Songs", he is regarded as one of the Four Heavenly Kings of Hong Kong pop music. Cheung is known for his technically skilled vocals, lengthy tours, and m ...
and
Jane Zhang
Jane Zhang (; born October 11, 1984) is a Chinese singer-songwriter. She is known for her signature whistle register and has been dubbed the " Dolphin Princess" (). Zhang began performing as a teenager by singing in pubs to help earn money for ...
, reached #1 on China Music Chart, and a Thai version, featuring
Tattoo Colour, charted at #3 there.
Versions released under
Coca-Cola
Coca-Cola, or Coke, is a carbonated soft drink manufactured by the Coca-Cola Company. Originally marketed as a temperance drink and intended as a patent medicine, it was invented in the late 19th century by John Stith Pemberton in Atlanta ...
sponsorship for
2010 FIFA World Cup
, image = 2010 FIFA World Cup.svg
, size = 200px
, caption = ''Ke Nako. (Tswana and Sotho for "It's time") Celebrate Africa's Humanity'It's time. Celebrate Africa's Humanity'' (English)''Dis tyd. Vier Afrika se mensd ...
:
*
Arab world
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: "Wavin' Flag/Shagga' Bi Alamak" by K'naan and
Nancy Ajram
Nancy Nabil Ajram ( ar, نانسي نبيل عجرم, born May 16, 1983) is a Lebanese singer, television personality and businesswoman. Dubbed by Spotify as the " Queen of Arab Pop". With the support of her father, she began performing as ...
*
Brazil
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: "Comemorar" by K'naan and
Skank
*
Greater China
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: "Wavin' Flag" () by K'naan
Jacky Cheung
Jacky Cheung Hok-yau (born 10 July 1961) is a Hong Kong singer and actor. Dubbed the "God of Songs", he is regarded as one of the Four Heavenly Kings of Hong Kong pop music. Cheung is known for his technically skilled vocals, lengthy tours, and m ...
and
Jane Zhang
Jane Zhang (; born October 11, 1984) is a Chinese singer-songwriter. She is known for her signature whistle register and has been dubbed the " Dolphin Princess" (). Zhang began performing as a teenager by singing in pubs to help earn money for ...
*
France
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: "Wavin' Flag " by K'naan and
Féfé
Samuël Adebiyi, better known by his stage name Féfé (formerly Féniksi), is a French singer and rapper.
Early life and career
Féfé was born in Clichy, Hauts-de-Seine, France on 18 January 1976 to Yoruba parents from Nigeria. He formed the r ...
*
Greece
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: "Wavin' Flag" by K'naan and feat.
Komis X
*
Indonesia
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: "Wavin' Flag (Semangat Berkibar)" by K'naan and
*
Japan
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: "Wavin' Flag" ( ja, ウェイヴィン・フラッグ) by K'naan and
Ai
*
Nigeria
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: "Wavin' Flag (Naija Remix)" by K'naan and
Banky W.
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Early life
Olubankole Wellington was born in the ...
& M.I.(
Jude Abaga).
*
Spain
, image_flag = Bandera de España.svg
, image_coat = Escudo de España (mazonado).svg
, national_motto = ''Plus ultra'' (Latin)(English: "Further Beyond")
, national_anthem = (English: "Royal March")
, i ...
/
Latin America
Latin America or
* french: Amérique Latine, link=no
* ht, Amerik Latin, link=no
* pt, América Latina, link=no, name=a, sometimes referred to as LatAm is a large cultural region in the Americas where Romance languages — languages derived f ...
: "Wavin' Flag (Bandera de Libertad)" by K'naan and
David Bisbal
David Bisbal Ferre (born 5 June 1979) is a Spanish singer, songwriter, and actor. He gained his initial fame as a runner-up on the interactive reality television show ''Operación Triunfo''.
He has since released five studio albums, all of whi ...
.
*
Thailand
Thailand ( ), historically known as Siam () and officially the Kingdom of Thailand, is a country in Southeast Asia, located at the centre of the Indochinese Peninsula, spanning , with a population of almost 70 million. The country is bo ...
: "Wavin' Flag" by K'naan and
Tattoo Colour.
Unofficial releases collaborate with FIFA 2010 Coca-Cola campaign theme
*
Caribbean
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: "Wavin' Flag" (
DJ Power Remix) by K'naan and
Machel Montano
*
Haiti
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: "Wavin' Flag" by K'naan and
MikaBen
Michael Benjamin (June 27, 1981 – October 15, 2022), better known as Mikaben, was a Haitian singer, songwriter and record producer.
Life and career
Michael Benjamin was born in Port-au-Prince, Haiti on 27 June 1981. He was the son of Hait ...
.
*
Hungary
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: "Nálunk van a labda" - anchors and sport reporters of
Magyar Televízió
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*
India
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: (In
Hindi
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) "Wavin' Flag" by K'naan and Jasim
*
Somalia
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: "Wavin Flag" by K'naan Feat. Gulled Ahmed
*
Italy
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: "Wavin' Flag" by K'naan ft.
Mr. Blaza and
MagicEmy
*
Mongolia
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: "Wavin' Flag" - P.Bayartsengel, D.Anu, E.Solongo and E.Soyombo.
*
Russia
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: "Wavin' Flag" by K'naan and
ST1M.
*
Sri Lanka
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: "Wavin' Flag/Ekama Irak Yata" by K'naan, remixed by Pradeep
*
Vietnam
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: "Wavin' Flag" by K'naan and
Phương Vy.
*
Denmark
)
, song = ( en, "King Christian stood by the lofty mast")
, song_type = National and royal anthem
, image_map = EU-Denmark.svg
, map_caption =
, subdivision_type = Sovereign state
, subdivision_name = Danish Realm, Kingdom of Denmark
...
: "Bare kom an" by Anne Mortensen, Lasse Jakobsen, Anders Andersen, Dennis Schultz & Erik Bruun.
Year-end charts
Certifications
References
{{Authority control
2010 Haiti earthquake relief
2010 singles
All-star recordings
Charity singles
Canadian Hot 100 number-one singles
European Hot 100 Singles number-one singles
Number-one singles in Austria
Number-one singles in Germany
Number-one singles in Scotland
Number-one singles in Switzerland
K'naan songs
FIFA World Cup songs
Songs written by Bruno Mars
Macaronic songs
Music videos directed by Nabil Elderkin
Songs written by K'naan
Songs written by Philip Lawrence (songwriter)
2009 songs
A&M Octone Records singles
A&M Records singles
Universal Music Canada singles
Universal Music Group singles
Song recordings produced by Bob Ezrin
2009 singles
Juno Award for Single of the Year singles
Song recordings produced by David Guetta