Shakira, 49 years old, spoke publicly about how the hit "Waka Waka" was fundamental in her personal life, stating that without this song she would not have met Gerard Piqué, the father of her children. The Colombian artist commented on the importance of this song in a recent interview.
Shakira is considered the most awarded Latin artist in history, with an impressive resume that includes multiple Grammy, Latin Grammy and Billboard Latin Music Awards. Her successful career has placed her among the most internationally recognized artists in music.
The artist is also the protagonist of some of the most important musical moments in FIFA history. In 2006, for the World Cup in Germany, she released the "Bamboo" version of "Hips Don't Lie", which became a worldwide hit.
Her involvement with the World Cups continues to this day. Shakira recently presented her newest hit, "Dai, Dai", which is the official anthem of the 2026 World Cup, maintaining her tradition of participating in the world's largest football competitions.
