: Most physical releases, such as the CD singles and maxi-singles , prominently featured the official France '98 emblem—the stylized soccer ball "rising" over the horizon like a sun—and often included Footix , the tournament's rooster mascot. Cover Art Styles :
The visual branding for the single and related promotional materials followed the official design language of France '98: : Most physical releases, such as the CD
: Often featured a close-up portrait of Ricky Martin against a minimalist background or integrated with the tournament's colorful primary color palette (blue, red, and yellow). : Bold, sans-serif fonts were used for the
: Specialized releases used high-energy graphic patterns reflecting the "Samba" and "Latin Pop" genres of the track. The song's graphic composition and visual identity are
: Bold, sans-serif fonts were used for the title "La Copa de la Vida," mirroring the energetic and modern aesthetic of late 90s sports graphics. Musical Background
: The track was written by Luis Gómez Escolar , Desmond Child , and Draco Rosa , and produced by Child and Rosa.
(The Cup of Life) was the official song of the 1998 FIFA World Cup in France, performed by Puerto Rican singer Ricky Martin. The song's graphic composition and visual identity are tied to the vibrant, global spirit of the tournament. Graphic Composition & Visual Identity