A summer of ‘happiness’ awaits

"Happiness" by 19-year-old singing sensation Alexis Jordan, has been chosen as the Official Song of this year’s FIFA Women's World Cup in Germany™. Alexis Jordan will perform the song on 17 July at the closing ceremony of the event in Frankfurt.

Produced by the multi-platinum, award-winning production and writing team, Stargate – whose other credits include recent No.1 hits such as Rihanna's "Only Girl In The World" and "What's My Name" and Katy Perry's "Firework" – "Happiness" is a heartfelt and universally acclaimed song that makes the emotional connection between music, the global sport of football and the FIFA Women's World Cup™.  Already a proven hit in Europe, Australia and the US, the positive message of the official song of the FIFA Women's World Cup 2011™ is sure to reach a wider audience during this summer’s tournament.  

"The Official Song plays an important role in establishing the identity of our events with football fans all over the world. 'Happiness' by Alexis Jordan is a great song which captures the joyous nature of women's football and the FIFA Women's World Cup. I'm looking forward to hearing the song played during the event this summer" said Thierry Weil, FIFA Marketing Director.

"I am honoured that 'Happiness' has been chosen to be used as the official song of the 2011 FIFA Women's World Cup," said Alexis Jordan. "The FIFA Women's World Cup is a special event that unites and inspires people and cultures all around the world. 'Happiness' is a song that touches everyone universally and celebrates one of our greatest emotions."

Check out “Happiness” by clicking on the link on the right-hand side.