The immortal words of Kenneth Wolstenholme’s commentary from the 1966 World Cup final won by England 4-2.
They think it’s all over… well it is now!” Neither were the sales where it topped the charts in 15 countries but could only reach 21 in the UK.ġ. It finishes with the words: “We’re all Africa” and 1.8 billion views of Youtube is not be sneezed at. The video also has historical footage of many of the greats – Ronaldo, Zidane, Messi, Maradona, Pele, Baggio – who in a moment that almost works, Shakira seems to be dreaming of. Shakira’s voice sounds highly treated but the flavor of the music and the celebratory nature of the dance, including some jubilant younger performers, gives it a feel-good vibe that is hard not to succumb to.
