“Monotonía” pairs Colombia’s pop powerhouse Shakira with Puerto Rican star Ozuna for a heart-tugging confession about how everyday routine can slowly drain the life out of love. The lyrics play like an honest diary entry: “No fue culpa tuya, ni tampoco mía / Fue culpa de la monotonía.” In other words, nobody cheated, nobody lied, yet the spark faded because both partners slipped into autopilot. Shakira remembers giving her all while her partner grew distant, absorbed in his own world, until their once-vibrant romance felt as cold as “navidad.”
Beneath the catchy pop beat lies a message of self-respect and necessary good-byes. The singers acknowledge lingering feelings, but they choose self-love over staying trapped in a loop that no longer brings joy. “Monotonía” reminds learners that even the most passionate love can crumble when attention and novelty disappear, making it a relatable anthem for anyone who has watched a relationship fade into routine.
Shakira (born Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll in 1977, Barranquilla, Colombia) is a celebrated Colombian singer-songwriter known worldwide as the Queen of Latin Music. With a career spanning over three decades, she has mastered a blend of Latin pop, dance, reggaeton, and rock influences, captivating audiences across the globe.
Shakira rose to fame with hits like Estoy Aquí and Hips Don't Lie, and has earned multiple Grammy and Latin Grammy Awards. Beyond her musical talents, she is renowned for her distinctive voice, mesmerizing dance moves, and her role in popularizing Hispanic music internationally. An advocate for education and children’s rights, Shakira also leads the Barefoot Foundation to empower underprivileged youth. Her impressive legacy bridges cultures and languages, making her one of the best-selling and most influential Latin artists of all time.