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How to play this song ?

These are single notes, not chords
Each note must be played individually.

There are different notations, like:

A B C DO RE MI Sa Re Ga 1 2 3

You can distinguish the octave by the color of the note and if it is UPPERCASE (high pitch) or lowercase (low pitch). Enjoy!

This Time for Africa

"Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)" is a song by Colombian singer Shakira, featuring South African band Freshlyground. Released in 2010, the song served as the official theme for the FIFA World Cup held in South Africa the same year. "Waka Waka" is characterized by its infectious Afrobeat rhythm, catchy melody, and uplifting lyrics that celebrate unity, joy, and the spirit of Africa. The song blends elements of pop, dance, and African music, incorporating traditional instruments and rhythms to create a vibrant and celebratory atmosphere. "Waka Waka" became a global sensation, topping charts around the world and earning widespread acclaim for its catchy tune and positive message. It remains one of Shakira's most successful and recognizable songs, embodying the excitement and energy of the FIFA World Cup.
Waka Waka - Shakira

d d d d e d
You’re a good soldier
c# c# c# c# d c#
Choosing your battles
b d d c# b
Pick yourself up
b d d c# b
And dust yourself off
b d d c# b d
Get back in the saddle
d d d d e f#
You’re on the front line
c# c# c# d e
Everyone’s watching
d d c# b b
You know it’s serious
d d c# b b
We’re getting closer
d d c# b d
This isn’t over

d e d f#
The pressure’s on
d a f#
you feel it
d e d f#
But you got it all
d a f#
believe it

d d d d e d
When you fall, get up, oh oh
e e e e f# e
And if you fall, get up, eh eh
f# f# f# f# d b a a a
Tsamina mina zangalewa
f# f# d b d d
Cause this is Africa

d d d d d e d
Tsamina mina eh, eh
e e e e f# d
Waka waka eh, eh
f# f# f# f# d b a a a
Tsamina mina zangalewa
f# f# d b d d
This time for Africa

d d d e d
Listen to your god
c# c# c# d c#
This is our motto
d d c# b b
Your time to shine
d d c# b b
don’t wait in line
d d d c# b d
Y vamos por todo
d d d e f#
People are raising
d d d a f#
Their expectations
d d c# b
Go on and feel it
d d c# b b
This is your moment
d d c# b d
No hesitation

d e d f#
Today’s your day
d a f#
I feel it
d e d f#
You paved the way
d a f#
believe it

d d d d e d
If you get down, get up oh, oh
e e e e e f# d
When you get down, get up eh, eh
f# f# f# f# d b a a a
Tsamina mina zangalewa
f# f# d b d d
This time for Africa

d d d d d e d
Tsamina mina eh, eh
a a a a f# e
Waka waka eh, eh
f# f# f# f# d b a a a
Tsamina mina zangalewa
f# d d e d
Anawa ah, ah

d d d d d e d
Tsamina mina eh, eh
e e e e f# e
Waka waka eh, eh
f# f# f# f# d b a a a
Tsamina mina zangalewa
f# f# d b d d
This time for Africa