Coca-Cola revives Van Halen’s ‘Jump’ for the 2026 World Cup

Coca-Cola revives Van Halen’s ‘Jump’ for the 2026 World Cup

J Balvin and Amber Mark lead a new version of the classic rock track, released through Coke’s Real Thing Records.

Coca-Cola unveils "bold" new track for football World Cup 2026

The Coca-Cola Company has unveiled a new anthem for the FIFA World Cup 2026. The song, which is performed by singer J Balvin, singer-songwriter Amber Mark, guitarist Steve Vai and drummer and producer Travis Barker, is a reimagining of Van Halen’s 1980s hit Jump. The new version uses “modern textures and high-impact production”. It was released via Real Thing Records in collaboration with Capitol Records. The official music video, part directed …

Coca-Cola Transforms Van Halen’s ‘Jump’ Into World Cup Anthem

We wouldn’t have imagined Van Halen’s synth-soaked ’80s fave “Jump” as a FIFA World Cup anthem. But Coca-Cola heard something pitch perfect in the track (heh) and tapped A-list talent for a frenetic version hyping the summer’s global sports extravaganza. J Balvin, Amber Mark, Travis Barker and Steve Vai contribute vocals, beats and guitar licks. There’s a throwback-anime-style music video to boot: “Music for me has always been about bringing pe…