The FIFA World Cup 2026™ is expected to hit the highest of notes, from the sounds of jubilant fans in stadiums and sublime skills of the greatest players in the world to the historic first half-time show at the final in New York New Jersey Stadium. And the diversity and creativity of the global showpiece has been amplified by FIFA’s unique Sonic ID initiative, which launched in March.
Some of the most talented and influential producers from the 16 Host Cities across Canada, Mexico and the United States have come together to create bespoke Sonic IDs – audio brands that connect the FIFA World Cup 2026 with Host Cities’ respective communities in a unique and memorable way.
Each Host City selected a local producer to remix the Official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Theme, infusing it with the distinct rhythm, vibe and cultural essence of their city. Mexico City has collaborated with the Mexican Institute of Sound and its founder Camilo Lara to create a soundtrack that includes a blend of traditional and modern rhythms.
“I have tried to showcase what Mexico City is for a person who has never been [there before]. I wish they could close their eyes and hear the track and imagine that they are in my city,” Camilo Lara said.
“I have tried to put in all kinds of rhythms that I love from hip-hop to electronica to punk rock and infuse it with Mexican sounds. It is part of my DNA. I think the guitar is the heart of Mexican music in a way. Mexico City is full of sounds, textures and emotions and I have tried to capture a tiny piece of why we all love Mexico City.”
Fans will be able to stream, download and enjoy their city-specific Sonic IDs on popular music platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, and more, and watch each city’s Sonic ID visualiser on FIFA’s YouTube channel.
In addition, the full Mexico City Sonic ID playlist is available on Spotify. The playlist features a lively mix of tracks by local artists, songs about the city, and traditional Mexican music — from mariachi to rock and pop. Artists include Natalia Lafourcade, Luis Miguel, Mariachi Vargas De Tecalitlan and Thalia.
