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Shakira, full name Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll(Spanish) Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll, Arab. شاكيرا إيزابيل مبارك ريبول) ‎‎; genus. February 2, 1977, Barranquilla) is a Colombian singer, dancer, songwriter, composer, record producer and philanthropist.

Biography

Childhood

She was born to William Mebarak Shadid and Nydia del Carmen Torrado. Her father owned a jewelry store in San Blas. Her Lebanese Arab father and Colombian mother with Spanish and Italian blood gave her a name, which translated from Arabic (Arabic: شاكِرة šākira) means “grateful”, and in Hindi means “goddess of light”. Shakira is her mother's first child and her father's 8th child.

Her childhood was spent in Barranquilla, in the apartments of El Lemoncito, among books and Latin American rhythms. After some time, she began to show interest in music and literature. At the age of three she learned to read and write, and at the age of four she already wanted to go to school, but the inflexibility of local education laws did not allow her to do this.

At the age of four she began writing poetry. Parents at first thought that their talent would become a poet or artist. At school, teachers saw her as a ballerina, since she often danced. Her favorite dance to this day remains belly dancing.

At the age of 8 she wrote the song “Your Dark Glasses” ( Tus gafas oscuras) impressed by Don William's optics.

Music career

Shakira recorded her first album, “Magia,” at the age of 13, signing a contract with Sony Discos. She was always drawn to rock, but the producers believed that the role of a pop singer was more suitable for her. This album was not successful. Second album Peligro(“Danger”) also did not make Shakira popular, losing even to the previous disc in terms of sales volumes. Record company Sony Discos, which initially signed a contract with the singer for three albums, gave her one last chance, to which Shakira set the condition of non-interference in her work.

Release of a new album on October 6, 1996 under the auspices of Colombian producer Luis Fernando Ochoa - Pies descalzos, suenos blancos(“Bare Feet, High Dreams”) became a breakthrough for Shakira both in her homeland and on both American continents. The album was a mixture of pop rock and Latin American rhythms, and brought the singer extraordinary success in Latin America, selling 4 million copies. To the song Estoy Aqui Two versions of the video were filmed. Shakira went on her first tour of South and North America in 1995-1997 and gave 59 concerts in 43 cities.

Monument to Shakira in Colombia.

To consolidate her success, she releases the next disc on September 29, 1998 - ¿Dónde Están Los Ladrones?(“Where are the Thieves?”), which is still considered the best of her entire Spanish-language career. Many songs from this album were and remain popular. In 1999 for songs Ojos Asi And Octavo Dia receives Grammy awards. Song clips Ciega.Sordomuda And Tu were at the peak of popularity in Spanish-speaking countries. Your first song on English language Inevitable Shakira performed on the famous Rosie O'Donnell show on January 28, 1999, the song was extremely popular. In the same 1999, Shakira decides to organize a live acoustic concert MTV Unplugged. In 2000, releasing videos for songs Ojos Asi And No Creo, Shakira goes on a second mini tour called Tour Anfibio from March 19, 2000 - to May 13, 2000.

In 2001, Shakira released an entirely English-language album Laundry Service and dyes his hair light tone. Shakira achieved worldwide recognition in 2001 thanks to the hit Whenever, Wherever.

Shakira at a concert in Rotterdam with the Tour of Mongoose.

After the release of the album in 2002, Shakira went on a grand Mongoose tour, over a million people attended her concerts, and subsequently a CD/DVD of this tour was released in 2004 Live & off the Record. Also in 2004, a live video was released Poem to a Horse.

In 2005, another studio album in spanish Fijación Oral Vol. 1. Closer to autumn, Shakira releases a video for the song No, the clip is rotated exclusively in Spanish-speaking countries.

Shakira at the Oral Fixation Tour concert at Rock in Rio.

Disc released in November 2005 Oral Fixation Vol. 2 in English. Shakira goes on another tour in June Oral Fixation Tour, over 2,300,000 people will attend her concerts around the world; she gave 150 concerts in 100 cities in 37 countries. In 2007, a duet between Shakira and Beyonce with the song Beautiful Liar receives an award at the 2007 MTV VMA. At the end of the year, Shakira wrote two songs that were included in the soundtrack to the film Love in the Time of Cholera. A video was shot for one of them Hay Amores. In May 2008, Shakira takes part in a charity concert Alas in Argentina, she performed the song La Maza together with the famous singer Mercedes Sosa, Shakira also performed songs in a duet with Gustavo Cerati and Carlos Vives.

After a long silence, in October 2009, the singer released the album She Wolf. Spanish version entitled Loba(“She-Wolf”) appeared on radio stations on June 29. The song differs from the singer’s previous work in its electronic dance sound. In an interview with one of the foreign radio stations regarding musical style Shakira explained that she continued to mix music in the recording of the new album various countries- Indian, Colombian music, etc. The singer also said that the album will have 10 songs - seven in English and three in Spanish.

Shakira on the set of the “Loca” video in Barcelona.

In October 2010, Shakira released her seventh studio album Sale el sol, most of the songs are in Spanish, but English-language songs are present on the record. The album contains many ballads and favorite music in the style of the singer. The album included the single Waka Waka (This Time For Africa & Esto Es Africa), which was recorded together with Freshlyground For FIFA World Cup Song 2010. The first single was Loca(“Crazy”), which has good success and energetic pace. The English version of the song was recorded with the participation of Dizzee Rascal. Shakira performed at the MTV EMA 2010 in Madrid with songs Waka Waka And Loca. Also at the MTV ceremony, the singer was awarded for building schools in Colombia and Haiti and for charity. The beginning of the singer's world concert tour entitled The Sun Comes Out, which she started on September 15, 2010 in Montreal, Canada. The tour lasted until 2011. The second single was a song of the same name with the album title Sale El Sol. The video for this song was filmed with the support of a champagne manufacturer. And on April 18, 2011, the third single became known Rabiosa. The song was recorded with the participation of Pitbull and in the Spanish version with El Cata. Next single Addicted To You, released in March 2012. The success of the album brought Shakira 13 nominations Billboard de la Musica Latina, and subsequently - 6 awards from this prestigious music award.

Actor career

Shakira starred in a 1994 Colombian television series El Oasis("Oasis"). She was also offered a role in the film "Zorro", but she refused.

Personal life

In 2000, Shakira began dating Antonio de la Rua, the son of then Argentine President Fernando de la Rua. In March 2001, Antonio proposed to her. The couple planned to get married in September 2001, but in an interview in September of the same year, Shakira denied this information as an unreliable rumor.

In January 2011, Shakira officially announced a breakup with her lover, the son of ex-Argentine President Antonio de la Rua, after almost 11 years of marriage.

“For almost 11 years, we loved each other dearly... These were the most wonderful years of our lives... Meanwhile, since August 2010, our love affair by mutual agreement, was temporarily interrupted, although we continued to work together, keeping what happened secret,” says her joint address with Antonio “to friends and fans,” published on the pop star’s website.

According to media reports, the son former president Argentina's Antonio de la Rua is demanding compensation of $45 million. According to the abandoned man, for the sake of his bride, he left his career as a lawyer to start producing her. In addition, due to their separation, several contracts were frozen, the lost profits of which exceeded $200 million.

Shakira is currently dating Barcelona defender Gerard Pique. Rumors about their romance appeared back in November 2010, but she officially confirmed their relationship on March 29, 2011 on her Twitter.

Charity

In 1997, Shakira founded a charity organization Fundación Pies Descalzos(literally “Fund bare feet"), whose main activity is raising funds to sponsor schools for children from low-income families in Colombia and other Latin American countries. Shakira also became ideological inspirer ALAS Foundation ( Artistas Latinos En Acción Solidaria), which was established in 2006 and brought together many Spanish-language performers, including Alejandro Sanz, Juanes, Miguel Bosé and others.

The International Labor Organization (the UN employment agency) awarded Shakira a medal for her many years of helping Latin American children from poor families. The award ceremony took place on March 3, 2010 in Geneva (Switzerland).

Social activity

In 2011, Shakira joined the US Presidential Commission, which will deal with the problems of education of Latinos.

Awards

2012

2011

2008

2007

• MTV Video Music Awards - Duo of the Year (Beautiful liar)
• Premios Oye! - Song Of The Year (Shakira & Alejandro Sanz - “Te Lo Agradezco Pero No”)
• Latin Billboard Awards- Hot Latin Song, Vocal Duo of the Year (“Hips Don’t Lie” -- Shakira and Wyclef Jean)
• BMI Awards - Latin Song Of The Year (“La Tortura”)
• BMI Awards - Latin Ringtone of the Year
• People's Choice Awards - Favorite Pop Song ("Hips Don't Lie")

2006

• American Music Awards - Favorite Latin Artist
• Latin Grammy Award - Best Engineered Album (“Fijación Oral Vol. 1”)
• Latin Grammy Award - Best Female Pop Vocal Album (“Fijación Oral Vol. 1”)
• Latin Grammy Award - Song of the Year (“La Tortura”)
• Latin Grammy Award - Album of the Year (“Fijación Oral Vol. 1”)
• Latin Grammy Award - Record of the Year (“La Tortura”)
• MTV Video Music Awards - Best Choreography (“Hips Don’t Lie”)
• Alma Awards - Outstanding Musical Performance
• Alma Awards - Best Spanish Album (“Fijación Oral Vol. 1”)
• Latin Billboard Awards - Female Latin Pop Album of the Year (“Fijación Oral Vol. 1”)
• Latin Billboard Awards - Spirit of Hope Award
• Latin Billboard Awards - Hot Latin Song of the Year (“La Tortura”)
• Latin Billboard Awards - Hot Latin Song, Vocal Duo of the Year (“La Tortura” - Shakira and Alejandro Sanz)
• Latin Billboard Awards - Latin Pop Airplay of the Year (“La Tortura”)
• Latin Billboard Awards - Latin Ringtone of the Year (“La Tortura”)
• Latin Music Awards - Pop Album of the Year (“Fijación Oral Vol. 1”)
• Latin Music Awards - Pop Song of the Year (“La Tortura”)
• Latin Music Awards - Best Pop Group or Duo (“La Tortura” with Alejandro Sanz)
• Grammy Awards - Best Latin Rock/Alternative Album (“Fijación Oral Vol. 1”)
• NRJ Awards - Best International Song (“La Tortura”)

2005

• MTV Latin Awards - Major Artista Femenina
• MTV Latin Awards - Major Artista Pop
• MTV Latin Awards - Major Artista Centro
• MTV Latin Awards - Video del Año - "La Tortura"
• MTV Latin Awards - Artista del Año
• Billboard Music Awards - Hot Latin Song
• Billboard Music Awards - Best Latin Pop Artist
• Billboard Music Awards - Latin Pop Album
• American Music Awards - Favorite Latin Artist
• MTV Europe Awards - Best Female Artist
• Premios Juventud - Dynamtc Duo
• Premios Juventud - Best Moves
• Premios Juventud - I Hear Her Everywhere
• Premios Juventud - Favorite Pop Star
• Premios Juventud - Rock en Espanol

2004

2003

• Echo Award - Best Female Pop Artist
• World Music Award - Best Latin Female Artist
• Amadeus Award - Best Song Of The Year (“Whenever, Wherever”)
• Luna Award - Best Latin Pop Artist
• NRJ Award - Best International Song (“Whenever, Wherever”)
• NRJ Award - Best International AJbum (“Laundry Service”)
• NRJ Award - Best International Female Artist

2002

2001

• Grammy Award - Best Latin Pop Album (“MTV Unplugged”)
• Billboard Latin Music Award - Best Latin Album ("MTV Unplugged")
• Premio Lo Nuestro - Rock Album of The Year (“MTV Unplugged”)
• Premio Lo Nuestro - Rock Performance Of The Year

2000

• Latin Grammy Award - Best Female Rock Vocal Performance (“Octavo Día”)
• Latin Grammy Award - Best Female Pop Vocal Performance (“Ojos Así”)
• Nickelodeon Kids choice Award
• Gardel Award
• MTV VMLA People's Choice Award - Favorite Video (“Ojos Así”)

1999

• Premio Amigo - Best Latin-American Solo Artist
• Premio Lo Nuestro - Best Pop Artist, Female
• Casandra Award - Best Album Of The Year
• Best Pop Album - "Dónde Están Los Ladrones"
• TV y Novelas Magazine - Colombian Arts of the Century
• Billboard Latin Music Award - Best Female Pop Artist
• Ritmo Latino Music Award - Best Pop Singer
• Globo Award - Best Female Pop Album
• Premio MTV Latinoamérica - Voted second best Singer of the 90’s

1998

• Premio Eres - Best Female Pop Performance
• World Music Award - Best Latin Artist
• Super Congo de Oro - Carnaval de Barranquilta

1997

• Premio Lo Nuestro - Best Female Pop Artist
• Premio Lo Nuestro - Best New Artist
• Billboard Latin Music Award - Best Album. "Pies Descalzos"
• Billboard Latin Music Award - Best Video, "Estoy Aquí"
• Billboard Latin Music Award - Best New Artist
• Casandra Award - Best Latin Female Singer
• Eras Award - Pop Singer of the Year

1996

• Sony Music/Colombia Prisma De Diamante - Pies Descalzos: 1 million sold CDs
• Eres Award

1994

• TV Guia - Best Singer of the Year

1993

• Viña del Mar - La Antorcha de Plata ("The Silver Gull")

Shakira - popular all over the world Colombian singer, model and dancer. Despite her Colombian origin, she has achieved great recognition throughout the world. Shakira started singing and dancing while still in school; her first studio albums appeared in the early nineties, but they were not commercially successful. At that time, Shakira was able to gain fame only in Latin America.

In the English-language music segment, only the singer’s fifth album, “Laundry Service,” was noticed. From this album, the song “Whenever, Wherever” gained enormous popularity - it became the best-selling song in 2002. From that moment on, the singer's musical career took off. at a fast pace. As of 2018, Shakira has five prestigious MTV Video Music Awards and two even more prestigious Grammy awards. Except musical activity Shakira is involved in charity work; Forbes included the singer in the top 100 in 2013 and 2014. influential women peace.

We have prepared a small dossier from which you can find out Shakira’s height and weight, what the singer’s body measurements are, as well as some others Interesting Facts about the personality of the star. Wikipedia and almost ten other sources were used in preparing the material. The collection of star profiles is expanding - we invite you to find out the height and weight of Ariana Grande or the height and weight of the singer Pink. If you find an inaccuracy, write about it in the comments.

What is Shakira's real name?

Shakira's real name (full name) is Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll. Last name and first name in native language (Spanish) - Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll.

When was Shakira born?

What age is Shakira

At the time of writing (spring 2018), Shakira’s age is 41 years old.

What is Shakira's zodiac sign?

Shakira's zodiac sign is Aquarius. Born in the year of the Red Fire Snake according to the eastern horoscope.

Where was Shakira born?

Shakira was born in Colombia, Barranquilla.

How tall is Shakira?

Shakira's height is 5 feet 2 inches, which in the usual metric system is 156.5 cm. Singer Shakira's height is a rather debated "thing". Some sources claim that Shakira's height is only 150 centimeters, but this information is unreliable.

What is Shakira's weight?

Shakira weighs 108 pounds, which is approximately 49 kg. Data from 2018. Shakira says the following about her weight: “With my height, I cannot afford to weigh more than 50 kilograms. Luckily, almost all my performances are accompanied by dancing, which means I don’t have to think about calories. But at the same time, I still try to stick to proper nutrition.”

What color is Shakira's eyes?

Shakira's eye color is dark brown.

What is Shakira's real hair color?

Shakira's real (natural) hair color is dark. The singer cannot now be seen with her real hair color - for the last few years she has appeared before viewers as a blonde with curly hair.

What is Shakira's color type?

Shakira's color type is Deep Winter (Dark Winter).

What are Shakira's body measurements?

Shakira's body measurements: 87-62-94 (chest-waist-hips). Clothing size US - 4, EU - 34. Data from 2018. During pregnancy, the singer gained some weight - her weight was about 57 kilograms, which was reflected primarily in her waist and hips. But now Shakira’s figure parameters correspond to those indicated slightly above.

What is Shakira's foot size?

Shakira's foot size according to American standards is 7. In our usual value, it is approximately 36.5 shoe size.

What is Shakira's breast size?

Shakira's breast size is 2nd. Bra size 87B, cup size B.

Shakira (Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll) was born on February 2, 1977 in Colombia. Shakira's parents loved her very much and invested a lot in her upbringing. WITH early childhood the girl was interested in music and literature. At 1.5 years old she already knew the alphabet and by the age of three she learned to read and write. And a year later I wrote my first poem.

One day, when Shakira was 4 years old, her dad took her to a restaurant, where she first heard the sound of the ethnic dumbeke drum. They usually danced to it. She liked the music so much that the girl immediately started dancing on the table. Thus, she realized that she wanted to perform, and the stage was her calling.

IN primary school she sang in the choir, but the director later said that her timbre was not suitable for the group (due to strong vibrato) and she had to leave the choir, so as a child Shakira often sang herself. Later she mastered belly dancing.

From 10 to 13 years old, Shakira performed in her hometown Barranquilla as a singer. This is how she earned money and became famous in her area. Later, thanks to her acquaintance with the producer Sony Colombia, she managed to sign her first contract.

There are no secrets about Shakira’s personal life. In 2000, she met Argentine lawyer Antonio de la Rua and they soon began dating. Their relationship was serious, as the singer stated in her interviews, but it did not come to marriage. And after 11 years they broke up.

In 2010, she met Spanish football player Gerard Pique, whom she married. Now Shakira lives in Spain with her family, husband and children. They have two wonderful son: Milan and Sasha.

There are many interesting facts in the biography of singer Shakira:

• at the age of 14 she had already released her first album;
• later starred in leading role in the series “Oasis”, and then starred in 5 more films;
• in 1996 she was named “Person of the Year” and “Woman of the Year” by the media;
• in 1997 founded a Colombian charitable foundation with special schools for poor children throughout Colombia;
• since 2001, the singer moved to the English-speaking market;
• released her perfume;
• received many awards and prizes.

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Despite her miniature height of 156 cm and weight of 46 kg, Shakira’s biography is simply overflowing with a list of achievements, many albums, awards, facts of active social activities. At the same time, she is considered one of the most smart people in your industry. Her IQ is 140.

Popular Latin American singer, dancer, music producer.

Biography of Shakira / Shakira

Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll(Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll) was born in Barranquilla, Colombia. Her father is Lebanese William Mebarak, and her mother is Colombian Nydia Ripoll. The girl was the youngest child, which made her everyone's favorite. Shakira was her mother's first child and her father's eighth child.

Shakira's family was very wealthy: his father was a writer and owned a large jewelry store. The future singer began to show interest in music and literature early. Already at 18 months she knew the alphabet, at three years old she learned to read and write, and at four she began to compose poetry.

The name Shakira means “woman full of grace and grace” in Arabic and “goddess of light” in Hindi.

At first, Shakira’s parents believed that their daughter would become a poet or artist, then they predicted a future for her as a dancer, and already at the age of 8 they saw a singer in her. Soon the girl began performing with oriental dances and won the “Long Live the Children!” talent competition. Since then, she has always participated in all such events in Barranquilla and, as a rule, won.

The creative path of Shakira / Shakira

Shakira recorded her first album at the age of 13. She always gravitated more towards rock, but the producers felt that as a pop singer the girl would be more in demand. The record, however, was not particularly successful, as was the second album, entitled “ Peligro"("Danger"). Record company Sony Discos, who initially signed a three-disc contract with the singer, gave her one last chance. Shakira demanded non-interference from producers in her work and recorded “ Pies descalzos, suenos blancos"("Bare Feet, High Dreams"), released in 1996. This album became a real breakthrough not only in Colombia, but throughout the continent. The songs were a mixture of pop rock and Latin rhythms.

Disk "¿ Donde Están Los Ladrones? (“Where are the Thieves?”), released in 1998, consolidated Shakira’s success. For the songs " Ojos Asi" And " Octavo Dia"The singer receives Grammy awards. Then the girl decides to expand her popularity beyond Spanish-speaking countries. In 2001, a completely English-language album was released. Laundry Service", and the singer dyes her hair a lighter tone. Thanks to the hit " Whenever, Wherever“Shakira was recognized all over the world. In 2005, her next studio album was released in Spanish “ Fijacion Oral Vol.1", and in November of the same year - " Oral Fixation Vol. 2" in English.

As part of the world tour in support of these discs, Shakira gave 150 concerts in 100 cities in 37 countries. Total number spectators exceeded 2,300,000 people.

In 2009, after a long silence, he came out new album Shakira called " She Wolf", and in 2010 she recorded the song " Waka Waka"(“This Time For Africa & Esto Es Africa”) for the World Cup.

In 1997, the singer founded the charity Fundación Pies Descalzos (Bare Feet Foundation), which raises funds to sponsor schools for low-income children in Colombia and other Latin American countries. Shakira is also the youngest UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador.

Personal life of Shakira / Shakira

In 2000, the singer began dating Antonio de la Rua, son of the President of Argentina. Soon information appeared about the upcoming wedding, but in September 2001 Shakira denied this information as an unreliable rumor. According to the singer, she likes being an “eternal bride” more than a wife. At the beginning of 2010, Shakira and Antonio broke up.

In the spring of 2010, while filming a video for the song Waka Waka (This Time for Africa), which became the official anthem of the 2010 FIFA World Cup, Shakira met Gerard Pique, a center back from FC Barcelona and the national football team.

A year later, in 2011, Shakira officially confirmed her relationship with the football player, publishing in her official accounts on social networks a touching photo with Gerard, which she captioned: “I present to you my sunshine.”

In January 2013, Shakira and Pique had a son in Barcelona. Milan Pique Mebarak. On January 29, 2015, also in Barcelona, star couple a second son was born, whom they named Sasha. However, the singer and famous football player were never registered, and in October 2017 it became known that Shakira and Pique had broken up.

Information then appeared in the press that the singer and the football player had quarreled due to jealousy: supposedly Gerard was extremely dissatisfied after his girlfriend filmed together with singer Nick Jam. Almost immediately it became clear that Shakira bought herself in Barcelona new house, where she moved with her sons, but without Pique. However, the singer's agent denied this information. Soon, Shakira posted a video on Twitter in which she sang about love, and Gerard posted a video from a rehearsal taking place in preparation for Shakira’s solo tour.

The singer and football player regularly share touching photos of each other on their social networks, which only confirms the family status of their relationship.

Discography of Shakira / Shakira

• Magic (1991)
• Peligro (1993)
• Pies Descalzos (1995)
• Donde Están los Ladrones? (1998)
• Laundry Service (2001)
• Fijación Oral, Vol. 1 (2005)
• Oral Fixation, Vol. 2 (2005)
• She Wolf (2009)
• Sale el Sol (2010)
• Shakira (2014)
• El Dorado (2017)

Filmography of Shakira / Shakira

• 1996 El oasis
• 2001-2009 Saturday Night Live
• 2002 Taina
• 2009 Ugly (cameo)
• 2013 Voice

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At school she was told she “howled like a goat,” but she became one of the best-selling singers of our time. Looking at her attractive appearance, you would never think that behind this face lies an IQ that would be the envy of scientists. She is a star, a philanthropist, a poet, a composer, a favorite of the public and the companion of one of famous football players– Shakira. The Colombian's biography is a vivid example of what can be achieved if you don't bury your talent in the ground!

Biography of Shakira

Goddess of Light Prodigy

The full name of the star, who turns 40 today, is Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll, she only child Nydia and William Mebarak Shadid. When Shakira was born (February 2, 1977), the family lived in Barranquilla (Colombia). WITH Arabic name singer is translated as “full of grace”, from Hindi – as “goddess of light”. Shakira has been bringing light to people – for many years now!

Shakira's mother's ancestry included Catalans, Castilians and Italians; her father was born in New York, where his Lebanese ancestors moved. William has been married before, so singer Shakira has eight older sisters and brothers. The baby grew up very smart, began to read and write long before school, and at the age of four she surprised her parents with her first poem. Dad gave his seven-year-old daughter a typewriter, and she wrote down her poems. One of the brothers died when the girl was two years old, and the father put on Sunglasses so that no one sees his tears. This is how the song “Your Dark Glasses” was born, which Shakira composed in 1985.

She was fascinated by belly dancing

One day, William took his daughter to a restaurant where he was playing a doombek (an Arabic drum that accompanied belly dancing). Shakira was fascinated. She studied at a Catholic school and was already singing in the choir, from where she was soon expelled. The music teacher winced at the strong vibrato and said: “You howl like a goat!” However, the girl was not embarrassed and continued to sing solo, and also took belly dancing lessons.

The first contract is with Sony Music Colombia

In childhood future singer Shakira felt the first strong sensations from performing on stage - she gave her art at concerts in her hometown, and the schoolgirl liked singing and dancing in public more and more. Local agent Monica Ariza supported Shakira and introduced the young talent to Ciro Vargas, who worked for Sony Music Colombia. I had to be persistent, but this led to the signing of the first contract in Shakira’s biography.

However, the debut studio album “Magia” (1991) and the subsequent disc “Peligro” (1993) did not cause a stir. Commercial failures only provoked the girl, however, she took a break in order to finish school.

Breaking into the American charts

Already the “adult” album of the singer Shakira “Pies Descalzos”, which was released in 1996, became the leader of several charts (though not American), but one of the singles from the disc took fifth place in the US chart.

In support of the album, Shakira conducted her first tour, consisting of two dozen performances. The fourth album, “Dónde Están los Ladrones?”, launched two years later, was received even warmer. But the English-language market was finally conquered when singer Shakira released the stunning disc “Laundry Service” (in 2001). A year later, the hit from this album “Whenever, Wherever” was recognized as a sales leader.

Growing popularity and the World Cup anthem

Further, the popularity of the beauty, who raised Latin American music to a new level, used ethnic instruments and motifs, masterfully performed belly dancing and amazed with her vocal range, only gained momentum. In 2005, Shakira released two albums at once - Fijación Oral, Vol. 1" and "Oral Fixation, Vol. 2". The song "Hips Don't Lie" was recognized as the best-selling hit (at that time).

Although the singer's next two discs became victims of Shakira's disagreements with the Epic Records brand, the reviews for them were still excellent. And the Colombian’s achievements by that time (2010) had reached incredible heights. She performed duets with fellow stars, released videos, and gained a record number of views (and subscribers on social networks).

Sales of Shakira's albums (according to media reports) have exceeded 70 million, this is the best result for a Colombian artist. In 2010, she wrote the “anthem” of the World Cup in South Africa, “Waka Waka (This Time for Africa).” On YouTube music video This song was seen by more than 629 million users.

Voiced a parody of herself

In 2014, the singer released her namesake album (“Shakira”), the single from which (“Can’t Remember to Forget You”) was incredibly popular. An animated film was released in 2016 feature film, in which there is a cute parody of Shakira - pop star Gazelle, who was voiced by Shakira herself. Both the cartoon itself and the character came out wonderful, smart, kind, lively and funny!

Shakira received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and served on the jury of the American show “The Voice” for 2 seasons. She is the winner of two Grammys (and eight Latin Grammys), won 28 Billboard Latin Music Awards and many other awards and honors.

Goodwill Ambassador with high IQ

The performer and composer paid and continues to pay special attention to charity. She is a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador with her own foundation that has raised millions of dollars. Largely thanks to this, singer Shakira entered the hundred most powerful women on the planet (according to Forbes) - twice, in 2013 and 2014. Shakira fights hunger and advocates for the rights of poor children to education and a decent life.

There are still many surprising things in Shakira's biography. She is a polyglot, and although her native language is Spanish, the beauty speaks Portuguese, English, Catalan, and speaks Arabic and French well. She studied the course "History" Western civilization" V University of California, incognito, under her middle name "Isabel Mebarak". Sources say that singer Shakira has an IQ of 140, so she is probably the smartest person in pop culture.

Shakira's personal life

Greedy Antonio

At the age of 23, Shakira became the companion of a lawyer from Argentina, Antonio de la Rua; she later claimed that they did not need to get married, they already felt like husband and wife.

This union lasted a long time, but at the beginning of 2011, Shakira’s personal life changed - she stated that she broke up with Antonio by mutual agreement. However, the star was wrong: the offended de la Rua wanted compensation (he allegedly served as the singer’s manager) and initially planned to sue his ex-girlfriend for 250 million, but then filed a claim for 100 million dollars.

Music connected them: an affair with Pique

After Barcelona central defender Gerard Pique Bernabeu took part in music video Shakira (“the anthem” of the 2010 FIFA World Cup), the two began dating. Shakira announced her relationship in March 2011. It is interesting that the Spaniard Gerard Pique and his beloved were born on the same day - February 2, but with a difference of 10 years (the football player is younger).

Charming quartet: Gerard, Shakira and children

They are a very beautiful couple, Gerard and Shakira! The children from this union - Milan, born on January 22, 2013, and Sasha, born 3 years later, are also charming.

Both sons were born in Barcelona - the singer’s father and mother live there. Gerard is also from there, with whom the singer still has a “civil marriage”. Shakira is not going to change her personal life - she is satisfied with this order of things. I just wonder who Shakira named one of her children after, Sasha? Not a Latin American or Spanish name at all!