Panama's World Cup Song 'Sube La Marea' Named Among Best by Billboard

Panama's "Sube La Marea (Remix)" has earned a spot on Billboard's list of best songs for the 2026 World Cup, adding to the nation's celebratory mood ahead of their first match against Ghana on June 17. Billboard described the track as "a passionate celebration of the Panamanian national team."

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When we composed and produced 'Sube La Marea (Remix)', we dreamed of creating a song that would unite Panama behind the same flag. Today, seeing it recognized by Billboard Latin among the best songs to celebrate the World Cup 2026 fills us with pride and gratitude.

The song is a collaborative effort by 29 Panamanian artists, including renowned musicians such as Rubén Blades, Sech, Erika Ender, Omar Alfano, Nando Boom, and Kafu Banton. This extensive lineup underscores the song's significance as a unifying anthem for the country.

Ricardo and Alberto Gaitán, reflecting on the song's journey, expressed their pride and gratitude on Instagram. They stated that their initial dream was to create a song that would unite Panama under one flag. Seeing "Sube La Marea" recognized by Billboard Latin is a realization of that vision.

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Thanks to the 29 artists who said yes to this project, to every musician, producer, creative, sponsor, and team member who believed in this vision from day one. And above all, thanks to the Panamanian people, who made this song their own and turned it into a symbol of unity, identity, and passion.

The Gaitán brothers extended thanks to the 29 artists, musicians, producers, creatives, sponsors, and the Panamanian people who embraced the song. They emphasized that "Sube La Marea" is more than just a song; it is proof of what can be achieved when an entire nation sings in unison, becoming a symbol of unity, identity, and passion.

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More than a song, 'Sube La Marea' is proof of what can happen when an entire country sings to the same rhythm.