{"id":12127,"date":"2026-03-19T20:05:00","date_gmt":"2026-03-20T01:05:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/expat-times.com\/panama\/?p=12127"},"modified":"2026-03-19T13:39:09","modified_gmt":"2026-03-19T18:39:09","slug":"panamas-world-cup-anthem-unites-music-legends","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/expat-times.com\/panama\/events-culture\/panamas-world-cup-anthem-unites-music-legends\/","title":{"rendered":"Panama’s World Cup Anthem Unites Music Legends"},"content":{"rendered":"

Copa Airlines has unveiled the official music video for “Sube la Marea Remix,” a song created to rally support for the Panama national football team ahead of its second FIFA World Cup<\/a> appearance. The project brings together a historic lineup of Panamanian artists in a visual celebration of the country’s culture and landscapes.<\/p>\n

Produced by the Panamanian duo Los Gaitanes, the remix features an unprecedented collaboration. Musical legends like Rub\u00e9n Blades<\/a> and Omar Alfanno join contemporary hitmakers Sech and Boza, alongside genre pioneers Nando Boom and Kafu Banton. This fusion aims to represent Panama’s diverse sound, from salsa and reggae to reggaeton and tipico.<\/p>\n

A Musical Journey Across Panama’s Landscapes<\/h2>\n

The video itself functions as a vibrant tourism showcase. Directors filmed artists at iconic locations across the nation. Scenes feature the Panama Canal<\/a>, the Rommel Fern\u00e1ndez Stadium, and the Biomuseo. The production also traveled to capture the historic streets of Casco Antiguo and the natural beauty of Portobelo, Chitr\u00e9, Guarar\u00e9, and Bocas del Toro.<\/p>\n

Marco Ocando, Marketing Director for Copa Airlines, explained the ambitious vision behind the project. He said the goal was to encapsulate the nation’s spirit through its music and people.<\/p>\n

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“Panama is feeling, Panama is a mix of races, cultures and music. Music is one of the important pillars, one of the most important in Panama, throughout its history. We have a lot of musical wealth, so we tried, although it seems crazy, to conglomerate a lot of that in a single video, and I think we have done interesting work.” [Translated from Spanish]<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Ocando detailed the extensive effort involved. Over 100 people contributed to the production, which included 19 artists and multiple days of filming and editing. He described it as a labor of love and a gift for the public.<\/p>\n

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“This is a gift we want to give to the Panamanian people, to the soccer team, to encourage and motivate them towards the World Cup.” [Translated from Spanish]<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Uniting the Nation Behind the Team<\/h2>\n

The release marks a strategic push to build national excitement. “Sube la Marea Remix” will receive heavy rotation on national radio stations. It is also available on major digital streaming platforms like Spotify. The official video is being promoted across Copa Airlines’ social media channels and on YouTube.<\/p>\n

This initiative by the national carrier, copa airlines<\/a>, seeks to unite citizens behind “La Sele.” The team’s qualification for the global tournament is a point of immense national pride. The anthem provides a shared soundtrack for the upcoming campaign.<\/p>\n

Beyond sports, the project highlights Panama’s creative industries. By blending musical generations and showcasing geographic diversity, it presents a modern, cohesive image of the country to an international audience. The video’s rollout coincides with final preparations for the team’s World Cup journey, aiming to ensure the nation’s support follows them every step of the way.<\/p>\n\n\n

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