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The debut
She began her musical career in 1991, after signing a contract with Sony Music Colombia for three albums. -
Firts record
After two failed attempts in 1991 and 1993, Shakira debuted on the Latin American recording market in 1995 with the album Pies descalzos, selling more than 4 million records. -
Inspiration from Eastern and Indian music
Shakira has often stated that she draws inspiration from Eastern and Indian music, which influenced many of her earlier works. She has also been influenced by her Arab heritage, which was a major inspiration for her worldwide hit "Ojos así". -
Awarded for her humanitarian work
In April 2006, Shakira was honoured by the United Nations (UN) for her humanitarian work and the creation of the Pies Descalzos Foundation. -
Super Bowl LIV
Shakira and JLO were the firts two female latinas to perform in the Super Bowl(Miami) -
FORBES: "Powerful women"
According to Forbes magazine, Shakira is the best-selling Latin artist in history. -
Breaking records
In 2023, she became the first female artist in history to reach the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100 with a Spanish-language track, "Shakira: BZRP Music Sessions, Vol. 53.