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She specifically highlighted Burna Boy as her favourite artist, expressing how she frequently immerses herself in his music.
Colombian singer Shakira Mebarak recently spoke about her deep admiration for Afrofusion star Burna Boy and the extraordinary impact of the Afrobeats genre during an in-depth interview and cover shoot with Rolling Stone.
Throughout the interview, the 47-year-old music icon eloquently conveyed her music style as “eclectic, honest, and real,” emphasizing her profound affinity for Afrobeats.
She specifically highlighted Burna Boy as her favourite artist, expressing how she frequently immerses herself in his music. Additionally, she expressed her genuine appreciation for the emerging talent of Tyla, a rising South African singer, showcasing her extensive knowledge and passion for the music industry.
Delving into her illustrious career, Shakira fondly reminisced about her humble beginnings, making her recording debut with Sony Music Colombia at the tender age of 13.
She captivated Hispanic audiences with her breakthrough albums ‘Pies Descalzos’ in 1995 and ‘Dónde Están los Ladrones?’ in 1998, solidifying her status as a global music sensation.
Transitioning to the English-language market, Shakira achieved resounding success with her fifth album, ‘Laundry Service,’ in 2001, ultimately selling over 13 million copies worldwide and introducing her to a broader international audience.
Beyond her musical achievements, Shakira’s personal life has garnered significant attention, particularly her high-profile marriage to former FC Barcelona defender Gerard Piqué in 2011.
However, the year 2022 marked a poignant point in her personal life as Shakira and Piqué announced their separation in a joint statement, signaling the end of their romantic union.
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