J Balvin remade Van Halen's 'Jump' as Coca-Cola's World Cup anthem. He says it was 'a puzzle'

Colombian reggaeton star J Balvin has been tapped by Coca-Cola to help craft the beverage giant’s official anthem for the FIFA World Cup 2026, reimagining Van Halen’s classic 1984 hit Jump. Balvin, who represents one-fourth of the collaborative track, described the creative process as “a puzzle,” acknowledging the challenge of bridging decades-old rock DNA with a modern, globally minded sound. The forthcoming release aims to soundtrack the planet’s most-watched sporting event while honoring both the legacy of Eddie Van Halen’s iconic riff and the vibrant energy that Balvin brings to stadium-sized audiences.