Shakira is a singer-songwriter who has been a major force in Latin Pop for over two decades, known for her unique voice and dynamic stage presence. She began her music career in the early 1990s, releasing her first album in 1991. Since then, she has become one of the most successful Latin American artists of all time, selling over 150 million records worldwide. Her unique blend of Latin, rock, and pop music has earned her numerous awards, including multiple Grammy Awards and Latin Grammy Awards. In addition to her music career, Shakira is also known for her philanthropic work, including her 'Pies Descalzos' Foundation, which provides education and resources to underprivileged children in her home country of Colombia.

Chantaje (Blackmail)

Cuando estás bien te alejas de mí

Te sientes sola y siempre estoy ahí

Es una guerra de toma y dame

Pues dame de eso que tienes ahí

When you're good, you walk away from me

You feel alone and I'm always there

It's a war of take and give

Then give me what you have there

In Chantaje, Shakira explores the complexities of a relationship between two people who are constantly playing a game of give and take. The lyrics describe a situation in which one person is trying to manipulate the other, while the other is trying to remain independent and free. The song speaks to the power dynamics of relationships, and how one person can be both a masochist and an egoist in the same relationship. Ultimately, the song suggests that no matter how hard one person tries to control the other, the other will always remain free.

Te Felicito (I Congratulate You)

Por completarte me rompí en pedazos

Me lo advirtieron, pero no hice caso

Me di cuenta que lo tuyo es falso

Fue la gota que rebasó el vaso

To complete you I broke into pieces

They warned me, but I ignored

I realized that yours is false

It was the drop that overflowed the glass

In Shakira's song Te Felicito, she reflects on a relationship that has ended due to the other person's dishonesty and lack of authenticity. She acknowledges the other person's acting skills and compliments them for their performance, but ultimately expresses her relief that the relationship is over. She encourages the other person to continue their act, but also warns them that she will no longer be fooled.

La Tortura (The Torture)

Ay payita mía, guardate la poesia

Guardate la alegria pa' ti

No pido que todos los días sean de sol

No pido que todos los viernes sean de fiesta

Oh my girl, keep the poetry

Keep the joy for you

I don't ask that all days be sunny

I don't ask that all Fridays be a party

La Tortura by Shakira is a song about the pain of losing a loved one and the regret of not being able to make things right. The lyrics express the singer's longing for the person they have lost, and the regret of not being able to make things right. The song also speaks to the idea that mistakes can be learned from, and that love is more than just words. The singer acknowledges that they have not been a saint, but they are willing to make things right. The chorus of the song emphasizes the pain of losing the person and the regret of not being able to make things right.

Monotonía (Monotony)

No fue culpa tuya, ni tampoco mía

Fue culpa de la monotonía

Nunca dije nada, pero me dolía

Yo sabía que esto pasaría

It wasn't your fault, nor mine

It was the monotony's fault

I never said anything but it hurt me

I knew that this would happen

Shakira's song Monotonía reflects on the breakdown of a relationship due to the monotony of everyday life. The lyrics describe how the couple slowly drifted apart, with one person seeking attention and the other feeling neglected. The song ultimately concludes that the monotony of the relationship was to blame, and that the couple had forgotten what they once were.

Copa Vacía (Empty Cup)

¿Lo ves? Así

A este ritmo no puedo seguir

Ya no sé qué más hacer

Para obtener más de ti

Do you see it? Like this

I can't continue at this rhythm

I don't know what more to do

To get more from you

"Copa Vacía" by Shakira featuring Manuel Turizo is a song that explores the frustration and longing in a one-sided relationship. The lyrics express the singer's desire for more attention and affection from their partner, who seems to always be preoccupied with work and other commitments. The metaphor of a "copa vacía" or empty glass represents the singer's thirst for love and emotional fulfillment. Despite their efforts to fix the relationship, the singer feels like their attempts are in vain, as their partner remains distant and unresponsive. The song captures the feelings of disappointment and the struggle to fill the void in a relationship that lacks reciprocity.

Perro Fiel (Faithful Dog)

Aquí estás

Ya no puedes detenerte

¿Dónde vas?

Si estoy loco por tenerte

Here you are

You can't stop anymore

Where are you going?

If I'm crazy to have you

In the song "Perro Fiel" by Shakira and Nicky Jam, Shakira expresses her desire for a relationship with someone who is loyal and attentive, but also wild and dangerous. She is scared of how much she likes him, and worries that she will go crazy if she gets too close. She adds that that despite her fears, she is determined to stay with him, like a "Pierro Fiel" (faithful dog).

Acróstico

Me enseñaste que el amor no es una estafa

Y que cuando es real no se acaba

Intenté que no me veas llorar

Que no veas mi fragilidad

You taught me that love is not a scam

And that when it's real, it doesn't end

I tried not to let you see me cry

Not to show my fragility

Shakira's song "Acróstico" is a heartfelt expression of love and devotion. The lyrics speak about how love can be real and long-lasting, and how it can teach us important life lessons like forgiveness and facing our problems. Shakira talks about how her love for her partner is a source of strength for her, and how she wants nothing more than to make them happy and be by their side. The song also touches on the idea that love can help heal emotional pain, and that being there for someone else can help complete us as individuals. Overall, "Acróstico" is a beautiful ode to love and all the ways it can enrich our lives.

Me Gusta (I LIKE IT)

Aclaremos que oscurece

Dejémonos ya de estupideces

Llevamos peleando par de meses

Y ya yo te lo he dicho tantas veces

Let's clarify because it's getting dark

Let's stop already the foolishness

We've been fighting for a couple of months

And I've already told you many times

In Shakira's song "Me Gusta", she reflects on the struggles of a relationship and how it has changed over time. She expresses her desire to talk and work things out, but her partner is not willing to put in the effort. She acknowledges that the perfect love only exists in novels, but still wants to try and make things work. She encourages her partner to put in the effort and talk things out, and expresses her desire to never lose them.

La Bicicleta (The Bicycle)

Nada voy a hacer

Rebuscando en las heridas del pasado

No voy a perder

Yo no quiero ser un tipo de otro lado

I will do nothing

Digging in the wounds of the past

I'm not going to lose

I don't want to be a guy from the other side

In Shakira's song "La Bicicleta", she encourages her love interest to take her away on a bike ride, away from the troubles of the past. She expresses her admiration for him, describing him as "diferente" and "despelucado". She also sings of her love for her hometown of Barranquilla and Barcelona, and encourages her love interest to show her the beauty of the Tayrona region. The song is a vallenato-style love song, with a catchy chorus of "Lleva, llévame en tu bicicleta" ("Take, take me on your bike").

Nunca Me Acuerdo De Olvidarte (I Never Remember Forgetting You)

Me temo que si

Se trata de ti

Voy a repetir

El mismo error de ayer

I'm afraid that if

It's about you

I'm going to repeat

The same mistake as yesterday

In the song "Nunca Me Acuerdo de Olvidarte" by Shakira, the singer expresses her struggle to move on from a past relationship. Despite her best efforts, she finds herself unable to forget her former partner and her world continues to revolve around them. She acknowledges that she should move on, but is unable to do so, and ultimately resigns herself to the fact that she will never be able to forget them.

Estoy Aquí (I Am Here)

Ya sé que no vendrás

Todo lo que fue

El tiempo lo dejó atrás

Sé que no regresarás

I already know that you won't come

Everything that was

The time left it behind

I know that you won't come back

"Estoy Aquí" by Shakira is a song that speaks of the sadness of a person who knows that their love will not return. She knows that time cannot change what happened, but still, she continues to wait. She tries to forget him, but she cannot, and she feels crazy trying to change her past. She continues to wait for her love to return, even though she knows that a thousand years would not be enough for him to forgive her.

Me Enamoré (I Fell In Love)

La vida me empezó a cambiar

La noche que te conocí

Tenía poco que perder

Y la cosa siguió así

The life began to change me

The night that I met you

I had little to lose

And the thing continued like this

In the song Me Enamoré by Shakira, she reflects on the night she met her love and how it changed her life. She was taken aback by the fact that he was interested in her, and she expresses her joy and disbelief at the fact that she found someone who was perfect for her. She expresses her love for him and her desire to spend more time with him, and she emphasizes that this love is only for her and no one else.

Clandestino (Clandestine)

Sabes que no nos conviene

Que la gente sepa lo que ambos tenemos

Que comemos de una fruta prohibida

Nos encanta y lo sabemos

You know it doesn't suit us

That people know what we both have

That we eat from a forbidden fruit

We love it and we know it

In the song Clandestino, Shakira sings about a forbidden love that is kept secret from the public. She and her lover know that it is not socially acceptable, but they cannot help but be drawn to each other. Despite the risks, they continue to be together, and Shakira expresses her feelings of joy and excitement when they are together. She also acknowledges the consequences of their actions, but ultimately decides to take the risk and enjoy the moment. The chorus of the song emphasizes the idea of a clandestine love, and Shakira encourages her lover to not look for problems where there are none.

Addicted To You

Debe ser el perfume que usas

O el agua con la que te bañas

Pero cada cosita que haces

A mí me parece una hazaña

It must be the perfume that you use

Or the water that you bathe with

But every little thing that you do

To me seems like a feat

In Shakira's song "Addicted to You", she expresses her deep infatuation with a person, describing the physical and emotional effects of her love. She is captivated by the person's perfume, the way they bathe, their eyes, their laugh, their hands, and their scent. She is so in love that she can't sleep or eat, and she is desperate for the person to let her love them.

El Jefe (The Boss)

Shakira, Shakira, Fuerza Regida

Siete y treinta, ha sonado la alarma

Yo con ganas de estar en la cama

Pero no se puede

Shakira, Shakira, Fuerza Regida

Seven thirty, the alarm has rang

I want to be in bed

But it's not possible

"El Jefe" by Shakira featuring Fuerza Regida is a powerful song that speaks to the frustrations and struggles of everyday life. The lyrics depict the monotony of a mundane routine, working for a terrible boss who doesn't pay well. The song captures the desire to escape the hardships of the neighborhood and achieve financial success. It highlights the irony and frustration of working tirelessly without reaping the rewards. "El Jefe" is a relatable anthem for anyone who has experienced the challenges of a demanding job and dreams of a better life.

Nada (Nothing)

Voy caminando sobre un mar de hojas secas

Vuelan los ángeles sobre Berlín

Van entonando junto a mí un aleluya

Mientras la lluvia cae dentro de mí

I'm walking on a sea of dry leaves

Angels fly over Berlin

They're singing along with me a hallelujah

While the rain falls inside me

In the song "Nada" by Shakira, the singer reflects on the feeling of loneliness and longing for a loved one. She expresses that no matter how far she goes, or how much fame or money she has, it is all meaningless without the presence of her beloved. The song speaks to the idea that no matter what life throws at us, the only thing that truly matters is the people we love.