| By the late '90s Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll, born in Barranquilla, Colombia, daughter of a Lebanese immigrant, became a celebrity in the Latin pop/rock scene. She started composing songs at a young age, making her first record in her early teens. After "Magia" and "Peligro" and by the time "Pies Descalzos" was locally released, Shakira had the opportunity to join a Latin artists showcase in Miami, FL. Soon after she began taking over America in her own way, naked and with her well-known sensitive side, captivating a new generation with her irresistible and genuine performances. |
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| On August 12, 1999 and with a group of talented instrumentalists, Shakira made her Grammy-winning "Unplugged" at Manhattan Center Studios' Grand Ballroom in New York City. In addition, "Donde Estan Los Ladrones" achieved platinum status eight times and her live shows became one of the most exciting and successful experiences in the pop music field. |
| Owner of a sincere and eloquent enthusiasm, Shakira is always giving off a lively and touching energy. She is determined to take over a new generation eager of new sensations. A mission not hard to accomplish since she is one of the most popular faces in pop music. |
| Shakira's long-awaited first English album called "Laundry Service" debuted in the third place among the top-selling records in the U.S. In 2004, the singer/songwriter decided to take some time off to compose songs for "Fijación Oral Vol. 1" and "Oral Fixation Vol. 2". In the meantime "Live & Off The Record", comprising live moments from her Mongoose Tour is released by Sony Music. In 2005 "La Tortura", recorded along with Alejandro Sanz, became one of the most played songs of the year, as well as "Hips Don't Lie" with Wyclef Jean in 2006. |
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