In an interview with The Times, the singer of "Hips Don't Lie" surprised when choosing to face the past with a conciliatory attitude. At the age of 49, instead of avoiding or resentful, the Colombian star affirmed that she cherishes what has passed, especially the role of her ex in her life.
I always keep deep gratitude in my heart for the father of my children. He was the one who helped me have the natural motherhood I have today," Shakira gently confided.
The tolerance in the present of the "Queen of Latin Music" is the result of a long process of recovery from breakdown. Previously, Shakira and the former Barcelona center-back had been together for more than a decade (2010–2022), praised as the most powerful "talented man and beautiful woman" couple in the world of entertainment and sports. Therefore, the two's announcement of their separation in June 2022 after having two common sons - Milan (13 years old) and Sasha (11 years old) once created a media earthquake.
Looking back at that event, Shakira admitted that she once fell into the darkest period of her life when she witnessed the disintegration of her family, the home that she once dreamed of preserving forever. Before regaining peace as it is now, the female singer once had time to vent her hurts and anger into music.
The climax was the global hit "BZRP Music Sessions #53" in collaboration with producer (music producer) Bizarrap, where she did not hesitate to "tack" his ex-lover and new lover directly with sharp lyrics: "I exchanged a Ferrari for a Twingo, exchanged a Rolex for a Casio". This song not only swept the charts but was also considered Shakira's strong statement in the early post-divorce period.
Although she had to go through extreme pain and reacted harshly, now, she believes that adversity has shaped her to become a wiser and stronger person.
The female singer contemplated: "It is wonderful to realize that humans always possess hidden resilience to rise up at any time in life. Sometimes, it is through hardships and pain that we discover how strong we are. Suffering can make us a better version.
The journey to overcome the psychological crisis of the owner of the hit "Waka Waka" is not alone. She revealed that it was the timely companionship and encouragement from close colleagues in the industry such as Adele and Chris Martin (leader of Coldplay) that helped her regain balance, realizing that life, although harsh, is still extremely beautiful when it is woven by both light and darkness.
This spiritual renaissance has also become a launching pad for Shakira's career. After a series of struggling days, she is making a strong breakthrough in music with a series of blockbuster projects, especially plans towards the 2026 World Cup.
It is the sublimation in work that has made the female singer decide to "close her heart" at the present time to focus all her strength on greater priorities. When asked about her love life, the mother of two frankly denied seeking new happiness.
She said that her current life has no space for love because her schedule is too tight. Now, children and career are her number one priority. Shakira affirmed that she loves her job more than ever and completely enjoys this precious single time.
