Shakipedia: A Shakira Podcast
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Shakipedia is the ultimate Shakira podcast—your go-to podcast for all things Shakira—en inglés y español. Hosted by superfans Cally Ingebritson 🇺🇸 and Alejandra Verdugo 🇲🇽, en cada episodio analizamos una canción, era o tour icónico de Shakira. Desde Pies Descalzos hasta Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran, exploramos letras, historia y su impacto en el pop latino. Perfecto para fans de Shakira, letras explicadas, y reacciones al tour 2025.
Follow us y únete a esta comunidad de fans que no lloran… ¡facturan! IG, Twitter + TikTok: @shakipediapod
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Follow us y únete a esta comunidad de fans que no lloran… ¡facturan! IG, Twitter + TikTok: @shakipediapod
👉 ¡Nuevos episodios cada 2 semanas!
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¡Nos fuimos a Miami! In this episode, we’re breaking down Shakira’s Up Close & Personal shows in Miami and sharing what it was like to experience some of the most intimate concerts of her career.We talk about:✨ What these Up Close & Personal shows were🎟️ Our experience getting tickets (including VIP packages)🛍️ Merch, setlist vibes, and how the shows differed night to night🌴 Alejandra’s chaotic journey getting to Miami🎶 Highlights from the December 27 showAnd — the best part — we also got to talk directly with members of Shakira’s band after the shows:✨You’ll hear mini interviews with:🥁 Brendan Buckley (drummer), who shares his favorite songs he’s written with Shakira🎻 Ihosvanni Conyedo (violinist), on playing Whenever, Wherever, his love for Antología, and the song that still “le rompe”🎸 Donald Alford (bassist), on discovering Shakira through Whenever, Wherever, translating Antología into English, and why Waka Waka means so much to himIf you want even more insight from Shakira’s musicians, don’t miss our earlier episodes Cómo, Dónde y Cuándo and Dónde Estás Corazón, where we interviewed her former bassist Joe Ayoub, who toured with Shakira during the Sale El Sol and El Dorado eras.🎧 Press play for an inside look at Shakira’s Miami shows.
What a year to be a Shakifan. 🐺✨In this special end-of-year episode, Cally and Alejandra break down Shakira’s biggest highlights of 2025 — mes a mes. From the launch of the Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran world tour and record-breaking shows across Latin America, the U.S., and beyond, to rare setlist moments, surprise guests, new music, fashion, activism, and unforgettable fan interactions… este año lo tuvo TODO.Revivimos los conciertos más icónicos, los récords históricos, los regresos inesperados de canciones al setlist, colaboraciones sorpresa, premios, discursos poderosos y los proyectos que demostraron, una vez más, la evolución constante de Shakira como artista y como loba global.Whether you saw her live, followed every show online, or lived this year through clips, timelines, and group chats, this episode is a love letter to un 2025 inolvidable — and to la manada que lo vivió con ella.🎧 Dale play, revive la magia y cuéntanos:¿Cuál fue TU momento favorito de Shakira en 2025?We’ll read you in the comments, Shakifans!
In this episode of Shakipedia, we’re diving into one of the most controversial singles of the She Wolf era: “Give It Up to Me.”We break down the last-minute U.S. release chaos, the label politics that reshaped She Wolf, and why this Timbaland–Lil Wayne collab feels more like an industry experiment than a true Shakira song. From wandering CD stores on release day 🫠 to the song’s modest chart run, we unpack how Epic Records’ desperation for a U.S. radio hit led to one of the strangest single choices in Shakira’s career.We also talk about:Why this track sounds more like Timbaland ft. ShakiraThe Lil Wayne verse… and why it makes us deeply uncomfortableThe stepping choreography, Senju Kannon imagery, and the very confusing video choicesFan reactions, Shakira.com polls, and why “Men in This Town” and “Mon Amour” were ignoredWhether this song tells us more about 2009 pop trends than Shakira herselfPlus, we get into live performances that didn’t feel very Shaki, favorite (and least favorite) lyrics, and rate the song using our She Wolf appetites scale 🐺Shakifans, this one is messy — but culturally fascinating.¿Fue un error? ¿Un experimento? ¿O simplemente producto de la industria?🎧 Listen now and tell us what you think.
Step into three decades of Shakira history as we break down every cover La Shaki has ever performed on tour — from emotional Latin American folk classics to rock anthems, Arabic poetry, French ballads, Brazilian party hits, and even unexpected urbano choices.Across seven world tours, Shakira has surprised fans with unique interpretations of iconic songs by artists like Mercedes Sosa, AC/DC, Aerosmith, Fairuz, Metallica, Ivete Sangalo, Francis Cabrel, Nicky Jam, Sau, and more. Some fans love this tradition, others feel divided… but Shakira always delivers unforgettable moments.In this episode, Cally and Alejandra walk you tour by tour — from Pies Descalzos to the Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour — sharing the stories behind each cover, the cultural context, our personal reactions, and the fan-favorite (and controversial!) choices.Whether you love rockera Shakira, folklorista Shakira, or pop star Shakira, this episode dives deep into the songs that shaped her live shows and the legends she pays homage to.Perfect for: Shakira fans, Latin pop lovers, music historians, global music nerds, and anyone obsessed with her live performances.
In this episode of Shakipedia, Cally and Alejandra dive deep into Gypsy / Gitana, the fourth single from She Wolf — and one of the most debated songs in Shakira’s catalog. We break down the song’s unusual backstory, including how it was originally written for another artist, the two songwriting teams behind it, and how Shakira reshaped it into both an English and Spanish version.We explore why Gypsy stands out from the rest of She Wolf, how Gitana became the fan-favorite with help from Jorge Drexler, the song’s chart performance, its flamenco-infused live performances, and the iconic Rafael Nadal music video.Plus, we get into lyrical highs (and lows), cultural critiques, and whether this track ever should’ve been a single at all.Stick around for our favorite lyrics, some spicy fandom opinions, and our official crayons and dolls rating.Shakifans — tell us everything!
Te aviso, te anuncio… este episodio no es para corazones sensibles 😅We asked the Shakira fandom to vote for the least favorite song on every album and y’all did NOT hold back. ¿Listxs para ver cuáles son las canciones que los fans siempre saltan? 👀En este episodio:🗳️ The official results of our Shakifan poll — album by album😱 The most controversial skips (sí, hubo shocks…)🔥 And of course… nuestras propias least faves (prepárense)Warning: your fave might be on the chopping block. 😬Pero Shakipedia is a democracy and that's what we promote!
🎸 F is for… Fool! Shakira’s only song that starts with F is also one of her most underrated Rockira gems from Laundry Service (Servicio de Lavandería), released on November 13, 2001. Written by Shakira and her longtime drummer Brendan Buckley, it’s raw, self-aware, and full of lyrical metaphors about staying in a relationship where love isn’t equally returned.Cally and Alejandra break down Fool’s pop-rock/folk sound, live performances (Tour of the Mongoose, Today Show, Musique Plus), and why this hidden gem didn’t get the attention it deserves in the English-speaking market. They also explore Shakira’s creative process, lyrical humor, and how songs like this showcase her “rock artist trapped in a pop artist’s body” energy.Además, hablamos de letras favoritas, metáforas profundas, y curiosidades como el éxito de Fool en Brasil y su inclusión en la telenovela O Beijo do Vampiro.Join us on social media (@shakipediapod) and let us know:¿Cuál es tu parte favorita de la canción?Do you think Fool is one of Shakira’s most underrated English tracks?
In this episode, we’re celebrating the 30th anniversary of Shakira’s breakthrough album Pies Descalzos (released October 6, 1995). Before global superstardom, before “Whenever, Wherever,” there was a 17-year-old Shakira who decided to take creative control, reinvent herself, and walk barefoot into Latin pop history.Este disco no solo marcó el inicio de su verdadera carrera, sino que nos regaló clásicos como “Estoy Aquí,” “Antología,” “Se Quiere, Se Mata” y “Pies Descalzos, Sueños Blancos.” Aunque no fue un éxito inmediato, el álbum eventually sold over 5 million copies and became the foundation of the Shakira we know and love today.We’ll dive into the backstory, track-by-track highlights, the symbolism behind going barefoot, and why fans still call this era “la Shakira de antes.” Plus, we’ll share personal memories of discovering the album and reflect on how its legacy continues 30 years later.Únete a nosotras para celebrar tres décadas de un disco que cambió la música latina para siempre.Keywords: Shakira, Pies Descalzos, 30th anniversary, Latin pop, Latin rock, Estoy Aquí, Antología, Se Quiere Se Mata, 90s Latin music, Shakira podcast, Shakira history, música latina, Shakipedia
Every Shakira fan has that one hot take—and today we’re diving into yours! In this special episode of Shakipedia, Cally y Alejandra leen y reaccionan a las opiniones más impopulares de lxs Shakifans.From debating Shakira’s best and worst songs, Shakira's live vocals and fashion, nothing is off-limits.We talk about the moments that divided the fandom, explore Shakira’s evolution from Pies Descalzos a Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran, and laugh (and maybe agree!) at some truly spicy takes.Whether you’re a die-hard Shakira stan or un fan más casual, this episode is your chance to hear la comunidad de Shakipedia sin filtro.💬 Got your own hot take? Mándanos tu opinión en Instagram, Twitter o TikTok: @shakipediapod.
En este episodio de Shakipedia, celebramos el 20.º aniversario del álbum ganador del Grammy, Fijación Oral Vol. 1, de Shakira. Lanzado el 3 de junio de 2005, este icónico disco marcó el valiente regreso de Shakira a la música en español tras su éxito mundial con Laundry Service. Join Cally and Sam as they dive into the album’s lyrical themes, musical experimentation, and behind-the-scenes stories—from bossa nova to rooftop oil choreo.Exploramos temas favoritos de los fans como La Tortura, No y Las de la Intuición, reflexionamos sobre el proceso creativo de Shakira y compartimos un divertidísimo juego de "Completa la Letra" que no te querrás perder. Además, Cally abre el episodio con una oración muy sagrada de Shakira.Whether you're a longtime fan or just discovering Shakira's Spanish discography, this episode is your ultimate guide to Fijación Oral Vol. 1.🎧 Listen now and wish a feliz cumpleaños to one of the best-selling Latin albums of all time.#Shakira #FijaciónOralVol1 #Shakipedia #LatinPop #LaTortura #ShakiraPodcastSígannos en:shakipedia.comEpisode notes:Shakipedia's theme song: "We Are One" by Scott Holmes Music is licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License./Edited and remixed from the original.
En este episodio les contamos nuestras impresiones sobre la segunda parte del repertorio del tour rompe-records "Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran". Stay tuned to hear our thoughts on everything from the mashup of Addicted to You and Loca to the end of the show with She Wolf and BZRP Music Sessions #53.Sígannos en:shakipedia.comEpisode notes:Shakipedia's theme song: "We Are One" by Scott Holmes Music is licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License./Edited and remixed from the original.
En este episodio les contamos nuestras impresiones sobre la primera parte del repertorio del tour rompe-records "Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran". Stay tuned to hear our thoughts on everything from the intro of the show with La Fuerte all the way through Monotonía.Sígannos en:shakipedia.comEpisode notes:Shakipedia's theme song: "We Are One" by Scott Holmes Music is licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License./Edited and remixed from the original.
In this episode, pausamos nuestro recorrido alfabético para contarles todo lo que opinamos sobre el tour de "Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran". Stay tuned to learn which shows we’ve attended, about Sam’s experience with "Camina con la Loba" and our initial thoughts on this epic tour.Sígannos en:shakipedia.comEpisode notes:"Caloris"; Composed by: Shakira.Shakipedia's theme song: "We Are One" by Scott Holmes Music is licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License./Edited and remixed from the original.
En este episodio continuamos hablando de "Eyes Like Yours" del álbum "Laundry Service" y "Ojos Así" del álbum "Dónde Están Los Ladrones?". Exploramos a fondo las profundas influencias culturales de la canción, las fascinantes diferencias entre sus versiones en español e inglés, y la conexión personal de Shakira con sus raíces de Medio Oriente. Plus, we're joined by Brian Vinik, the mastermind behind the Shakira Birthday Video and a dedicated "Ojos Así" fan. Discover the magic behind the Arabic verses, the interpretations of the lyrics, and how this song became a cornerstone in Shakira's career.Sígannos en:shakipedia.comEpisode notes:"Ojos Así"; Composed by: Javier Garza, Pablo Flores, Shakira; Published by: Epic Records.Shakipedia's theme song: "We Are One" by Scott Holmes Music is licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License./Edited and remixed from the original.
En este episodio hablaremos de las canciones "Eyes Like Yours" del álbum "Laundry Service" y "Ojos Así" del álbum "Dónde Están Los Ladrones?"; dos canciones que marcan un antes y un después en la carrera de Shakira. Descubre cómo esta icónica canción fusionó ritmos latinos y árabes, forjando el sonido distintivo de la artista y dejando una huella imborrable en sus presentaciones en vivo. We feature the expert voices of Alma, a belly dance instructor trained by Shakira's choreographer, and Mark Khor, who delves into the cultural and musical legacy of this song. Sígannos en:shakipedia.comEpisode notes:Alma's InstagramShakira - Ojos Así (Director's Cut)"Eyes Like Yours"; Composed by: Gloria Estefan, Javier Garza, Pablo Flores, Shakira; Published by: Epic Records.Shakipedia's theme song: "We Are One" by Scott Holmes Music is licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License./Edited and remixed from the original.
Sumérgete en la historia de "Estoy Aquí", el single que no solo definió el sonido de la Shakira de Pies Descalzos, sino que también la catapultó a la fama global. En este episodio, exploramos la profundidad de su letra, la increíble visión de una Shakira de 19 años al componerla, y cómo Brasil se convirtió en un pilar fundamental para su éxito. We journey through its various interpretations, from the iconic MTV Unplugged performance to the recent and viral Papatinho remix. Relive the essence of 90s Shakira, that authentic artist who captivated us with her poetry and unmistakable style.Sígannos y cuéntennos cuántos "fotos y cuadernos, cosas y recuerdos" le darían ustedes a "Estoy Aquí".shakipedia.comEpisode notes:Shakira - I Am HereThe pretenders - I'll Stand by YouShakira - I'll Stand by You (Hope for Haiti)"Estoy Aquí"; Composed by: Luis Fernando Ochoa, Shakira; Published by: Epic Records.Shakipedia's theme song: "We Are One" by Scott Holmes Music is licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License./Edited and remixed from the original.
En este episodio de Shakipedia, desglosamos las letras coquetas que invitan al deseo, la tensión entre inocencia y tentación, y la audaz inclusión de un riff icónico de los 80. Discover how Shakira ties her muse to a "bourgeois sofa" and challenges societal judgments with her unmistakable rock-pop style. We explore the song's meaning, its production by Shakira and Lester Mendez, and why this "B-side" is the least streamed song on the album, despite its catchy rhythm and playful irreverence.Sígannos y cuéntennos cuántos "deseos hechos piernas" le darían ustedes a "Escondité Inglés".shakipedia.comEpisode notes:The B52 - Rock Lobster"Escondite Inglés"; Composed by: Shakira; Published by: Epic Records.Shakipedia's theme song: "We Are One" by Scott Holmes Music is licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License./Edited and remixed from the original.
In this episode of Shakipedia, we delve into "En Tus Pupilas" and "Something" to explore how Shakira intertwines references to faith, history, and her French influences in these captivating ballads. Discover why these songs stand out among her more introspective love songs and how the artist finds faith through a deep connection with another person. Analizamos la profunda conexión emocional y el poder transformador del amor que expresan las letras. Además, exploramos temas recurrentes en la discografía de Shakira, como las referencias a figuras culturales como Galileo Galilei y su fascinación por el idioma francés, presente en la apertura de la canción.Sígannos y cuéntennos cuántas "colecciones de recuerdos" le darían ustedes a "En Tus Pupilas/Something".shakipedia.comEpisode notes:"En Tus Pupilas"; Composed by: Luis Fernando Ochoa, Shakira; Published by: Epic Records."Something"; Composed by: Luis Fernando Ochoa, Shakira; Published by: Epic Records.Shakipedia's theme song: "We Are One" by Scott Holmes Music is licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License./Edited and remixed from the original.
¡Bienvenidxs a la 5a temporada!/Welcome to season 5! Sumérgete con nosotros en este episodio de Shakipedia mientras desglosamos "Empire", el potente sencillo de rock del álbum homónimo de Shakira. We'll explore her return to her musical roots, the production behind this hit, its chart performance, and the controversies surrounding her live performances. Discover why "Empire" marked a pivotal moment in Shakira's career and how it continues to resonate with Shakifans.Sígannos y cuéntennos cuántos "wildfires" le darían ustedes a "Empire".shakipedia.comEpisode notes:Shakira - Empire (The Voice US 2014)Empire - Behind the scenesShakira Target Commercial - CRTFY"Empire"; Composed by: Ina Wroldsen, Steve Mac, Shakira; Published by: RCA/Sony Latin Iberia.Shakipedia's theme song: "We Are One" by Scott Holmes Music is licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License./Edited and remixed from the original.
This is the last episode of Season 4. Cerramos la temporada hablando de la canción "El Jefe", la sorpresiva colaboración de Shakira con Fuerza Regida. We analyze Shakira's foray into regional Mexican music, the hidden references in the lyrics—from "La Tortura" to her jabs at her ex-in-laws, and the controversy surrounding the music video with "La Bestia" and the appearance of Liliana Melgar.Stay tuned to learn about Shakira ex-suegros and musical collaborators on this track.Sígannos y cuéntennos cuántos "ex suegros" le darían ustedes a "El jefe".shakipedia.comEpisode notes:Shakira's open letter to Fernando de la RúaThe New York Times article about Shakira's former nanny: Liliana Melgar "El Jefe"; Composed by: Edgar Barrera, Manuel Lorente Freire "Spread Lof", Kevyn Mauricio Cruz "Keityn", Shakira; Published by: Sony Music Latin, Universal Music.Shakipedia's theme song: "We Are One" by Scott Holmes Music is licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License./Edited and remixed from the original.
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