The singer who's breaking all the molds isn't new to the industry, but she is new to the magnitude of what she represents. For months, her name has become a trend in every city she visits, her music plays in packed stadiums, and her shows are taking over at levels many didn't see coming.
There are times when a tour isn't just a tour. There are times when what happens on stage goes beyond music and becomes a cultural movement. What's happening with the one from Barranquilla isn't a trend or a nostalgic comeback, but an overwhelming present that's rewriting the standards of global success.
The big news about Shakira, Gerard Piqué's ex, is revealed
Shakira has made it clear that she isn't simply back, but she's experiencing the most impressive moment of her career. Her Las mujeres ya no lloran tour has triggered a true earthquake in the music industry. It's cementing her not only as a historic figure in Latin pop, but also as one of the most profitable artists.
According to the latest data published by Billboard Boxscore, the Colombian singer has caused more than $130 million in revenue just from her concerts during the first half of the year. This figure places her as one of the highest-grossing artists globally in this period. She is also the only Latin artist in the top 10.
But Shakira's success isn't measured only in numbers: the tour has sold more than one million tickets and has sold out venues in every city she has visited. Her shows stand out not only for vocal quality or the setlist of her hits, but also for a stage production that's been described as the most impressive of the moment.
The North American leg of the tour is proving to be a turning point. In New York, she shared the stage with stars like Alejandro Sanz, Ozuna, and Rauw Alejandro. In addition, now in Boston and Miami, she'll feature Will.i.am and Manuel Turizo. This combination of collaborations has turned every concert into a global media event.
Shakira keeps adding successes
As if that weren't enough, today also marks the release of the music video for Bésame, her new collaboration with Alejandro Sanz, directed by Jaume de la Iguana and filmed during rehearsals in Charlotte. This release adds even more weight to this brilliant stage of Shakira's career, which seems to have no ceiling.
If anything has become clear in this stage of her career, it's that Shakira no longer competes with anyone, only with herself. Every song, every collaboration, every city conquered, reinforces her legacy as one of the most influential figures in global music. Everything indicates that the best is yet to come.