The renowned world-famous artist, originally from Barranquilla, Shakira, took advantage of her recent stay in her hometown to talk about her career, her most recent single ‘El Jefe’ and her ambitious projects, including an upcoming world tour in 2024.
Her visit coincided with the inauguration of the Nuevo Bosque school, which is part of the Pies Descalzos Foundation, which she supports and promotes.
(Also read: With northern rhythms, Shakira will premiere her song ‘El Jefe’: see the images here).
Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll, stands out as one of the most outstanding artists globally. Colombian singer and songwriter He has managed to sell more than 75 million albumshas won numerous awards and has filled stadiums with his music.
On September 12, the artist stood out at the MTV Video Music Awards in Newark, New Jersey. During this event, the Colombian was honored with the Video Vanguard awardwhich recognizes his long career and significant impact on music.
Additionally, he performed an impressive medley of his hits during his performance, which included songs like ‘She Wolf’, ‘Te Felicito’ and ‘Bzrp Music Sessions, vol. 53’. Despite being 45 years old, the singer proved to be in excellent shape, overflowing with energy and maintaining an impressive voice during her presentation.
Because of this, there are many expectations that Shakira will not limit herself to performing only at specific events, but will go on a world tour in which her new songs are the protagonists.
(Continue reading: ‘I never thought that my fans in the worst moment of my life would support me’: Shakira).
Shakira announced world tour for 2024 and does not rule out including Barranquilla
Despite Shakira hasn’t included her hometown on her world tours since 2006.when she performed at the Metropolitan stadium alongside other prominent artists such as ‘Joe’ Arroyo, ‘Checo’ Acosta and Jorge Celedón, the singer expressed her strong desire to return to the stages of Barranquilla to promote her new music.
And although the release date of the singer’s next album has not yet been officially announced, the famous singer confirmed that after ‘El Jefe’, her fans can expect another single that she recently recorded in Los Angeles.
“I’m looking forward to going on tour again someday not too far away,” said Shakira, showing a hopeful smile about her possible return to the Barranquilla stages.
(Of interest: Shakira in the house: see photos of the singer during her time in Barranquilla).
The last time spectators in Barranquilla had the opportunity to enjoy a full Shakira show was during the Central American Games in 2018. At that event, the artist performed unforgettable hits such as ‘Me Enamoré’, ‘Hips Don’t Lie’ and ‘Waka Waka’.
In addition to talking about his musical career, The Barranquilla woman also paid tribute to the deceased artist and painter. She described him as a “generous” person whose impact and artistic legacy represent a bold, social vision of the world.
To conclude, Shakira used her influence to highlight a humanitarian crisis in La Guajira and addressed a call to the National Government.
The singer expressed her desire that the problem of child malnutrition be effectively addressed, urging greater government commitment to resolving this situation. She emphasized the importance of providing food in schools and ensuring children’s health as part of the solution.
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