We Are One (Ole Ola) – Songs and lyrics

We Are One (Ole Ola)

Introduction

We Are One (Ole Ola) is a song recorded by American rapper Pitbull for One Love, One Rhythm ‘ The 2014 FIFA World Cup Official Album (2014).

This page provides information about the song and links to the official video and the lyrics.

We are one (ole ola) lyrics

“We Are One (Ole Ola)” is the official song of the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil. Recorded by Cuban-American rapper Pitbull, it features guest vocals from American singer Jennifer Lopez and Brazilian singer Claudia Leitte. The song, co-written by several artists including Sia and RedOne, celebrates unity and the spirit of the World Cup.

Level

  • Beginners and Intermediate students.

Facts about the song

  • Song: We are one (ole ola) lyrics
  • Album: One Love, One Rhythm and Globalization
  • Date of release: April 8, 2014
  • Genre: Latin house, samba, dance-pop
  • Song length: 3 minutes, 43 seconds
  • Writers: Armando C. Perez, Thomas Troelsen, Jennifer Lopez, Claudia Leitte, Daniel Murcia, Sia Furler, Lukasz Gottwald, Henry, Walter, Nadir Khayat
  • Produced by: Dr. Luke, Cirkut, Thomas Troelsen

Interesting information about the song

It is the official song of the 2014 FIFA World Cup and features guest vocals from American entertainer Jennifer Lopez and Brazilian singer Claudia Leitte.

“We Are One” initially faced criticism for lacking a Brazilian feel, prompting a new version with Afro-Brazilian drumming style by Olodum. This version, used in the music video, received positive feedback. Despite this, the song achieved commercial success, reaching the top 20 in several countries and peaking at number one in three.

The video

The lyrics

Language points

The song includes the following language points:

  • The imperative.
    • Put your flags up in the sky (put them in the sky)
    • Wave them side to side (side to side)
    • Show the world where you’re from

Expressions that may be useful to students

  • flag
  • wave
  • when the going gets tough, the tough get going
  • one fight
  • unite
  • fists raised up
  • whole world
  • sky

Song’s Vocabulary Quiz

Complete the sentences with the appropriate vocabulary items from the list above:

  1. During the national anthem, everyone stood with their __________.
  2. As the flag began to __________, we knew the storm was coming.
  3. In times of difficulty, remember: __________.
  4. In this battle, we are all in __________.
  5. The goal is to __________ all nations for a common cause.
  6. They marched with their __________ in protest.
  7. The __________ looked magnificent with stars shining brightly.

1. flag
2. wave
3. when the going gets tough, the tough get going
4. one fight
5. unite
6. fists raised up
7. sky

Conclusion

“We Are One (Ole Ola)” celebrates unity and the spirit of the FIFA World Cup. Despite initial criticism, the song’s message of coming together resonated worldwide, leading to commercial success and reaching number one in multiple countries.

It serves as a reminder of the power of music and sports to unite people from all corners of the globe in celebration of a shared passion.

Source: Wikipedia

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