Shakira became one of the biggest celebrities in Colombia, due to the solid career she built over the years. Her Barranquilla shined with her voice, her hip movements and the songs that she officially launched in the industry.

Although she was surrounded by complex moments in her personal and intimate sphere, the artist was inclined to focus on her music, preparing new albums that would shake and enchant the international public. Her rebirth in 2023 was fundamental, since she released songs that sparked reactions from experts, journalists and fans.

However, Shakira captivated millions of people with a personal brand that gained momentum over time, as she set the tone for the main soccer cups with her sounds. The Barranquilla native managed to add fans with her voice, proposals and lyrics, becoming an icon in this global industry.

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Shakira started in this space 18 years ago, promoting her image in a different setting than the one she was used to. The famous woman decided to bring her Latin roots to an important event, becoming the only Colombian who sang at soccer World Cups and international sports celebrations.

The Colombian ventured to Germany and ended up in Brazil, showing that her voice traveled horizons and she could conquer thousands of fans of this sport with her lyrics.

Shakira at the 2006 World Cup in Germany
That year the final was between Italy vs France, held at the Olympic Stadium in Berlin. Both teams were preparing to compete for first place, while the public enjoyed the closing show.

This presentation was led by Shakira, who performed the song Hips dont lie – Bamboo, in the company of Wyclef Jean. The celebrity danced and wore a suit in reddish tones, being accompanied by a choir.

Shakira at the 2010 South Africa World Cup
That year the dispute was between Spain vs. the Netherlands, but the atmosphere was filled with emotion with the election of Shakira as the main voice of this event. The Barranquilla singer launched Waka Waka, becoming one of the most important anthems of the World Cup.

This song had a music video in which faces like Messi and Gerard Piqué appeared, who consolidated a relationship with the singer some time later. Likewise, the performance was a collaboration with Fleshlyground, a South African group that put their own touch on it.

Shakira was at the opening and closing, reflecting completely unique presentations.

Shakira at the 2014 Brazil World Cup
That edition of the World Cup detailed the match between Germany vs Argentina, gathering Latin blood in all spaces. Although the official song was We are one, by Pitbull, Jennifer López and Claudia Leitte, the public preferred Shakira’s proposal, titled La La La.

This idea recreated the essence of Brazil, which is why it was presented at the closing of the event. The artist attended and performed her song, showing that she was pregnant with her second child, Sasha.

That show was applauded, reaffirming the reception that the Colombian star had among the international public. Its elegance, flavor and preparation were key to making everything flow, leaving the name of Colombia high.

Shakira – La La La (Brazil 2014) ft. Carlinhos Brown
Shakira at the 2020 Super Bowl
As if that were not enough, the dancer and world star took a step in her professional career, becoming one of the faces of the 2020 Super Bowl halftime show. The celebrity shared the stage with Jennifer López, who years later accepted that it was a bad idea to collaborate on This space.

There she created a fusion of songs and themes, leaving fans of her music in love.