Birth of Shakira
Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll was born on February 2, 1977, in Barranquilla, Colombia.
1977
1990
First Album Release
At the age of 13, Shakira released her first album, "Magia," which was a collection of songs she had written since she was eight.
1995
Breakthrough with "Pies Descalzos"
Shakira gained widespread recognition in Latin America with her third studio album, "Pies Descalzos," which included hit singles like "Estoy Aquí."
1998
Release of "¿Dónde Están los Ladrones?"
Shakira's fourth album, "¿Dónde Están los Ladrones?" was released, featuring the hit single "Ojos Así" and solidifying her status as a leading Latin pop artist.
2001
International Success with "Laundry Service"
Shakira released her first English-language album, "Laundry Service," which included global hits like "Whenever, Wherever" and "Underneath Your Clothes."
2005
Release of "Fijación Oral, Vol. 1" and "Oral Fixation, Vol. 2"
Shakira released two albums in 2005: "Fijación Oral, Vol. 1," a Spanish-language album, and "Oral Fixation, Vol. 2," an English-language album, featuring the hit "Hips Don't Lie."
2006
Grammy Win for "Fijación Oral, Vol. 1"
Shakira won her second Grammy Award for Best Latin Rock/Alternative Album for "Fijación Oral, Vol. 1."
2009
Release of "She Wolf"
Shakira released her eighth studio album, "She Wolf," which showcased a more electronic sound and included hits like the title track "She Wolf."
2010
World Cup Anthem "Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)"
Shakira performed the official FIFA World Cup song "Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)," which became a global hit.
2011
UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador
Shakira was appointed as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, focusing on education and early childhood development.
2012
Birth of First Child
Shakira and her partner, Spanish footballer Gerard Piqué, welcomed their first child, Milan Piqué Mebarak, on January 22, 2013.
2014
Release of Self-Titled Album "Shakira"
Shakira released her tenth studio album, "Shakira," which included the hit single "Can't Remember to Forget You" featuring Rihanna.
2015
Birth of Second Child
Shakira and Gerard Piqué welcomed their second child, Sasha Piqué Mebarak, on January 29, 2015.
2017
Release of "El Dorado"
Shakira released her eleventh studio album, "El Dorado," featuring hits like "Chantaje" and "Me Enamoré." The album won a Grammy Award for Best Latin Pop Album.
2020
Super Bowl Halftime Show
Shakira co-headlined the Super Bowl LIV Halftime Show with Jennifer Lopez, delivering a performance that received widespread acclaim.
2022
Separation from Gerard Piqué
Shakira and Gerard Piqué announced their separation after 11 years together.
2023
New Music Releases and Tours
Shakira continued to release new music and embarked on international tours, maintaining her status as a global pop icon.
