Shakira impressed the crowd with a stunning show on Friday night, delivering a dazzling performance of her latest chart-topping hit, No.1 TQG, on The Tonight Show in NYC. The 46-year-old singer took the stage with a powerful rendition of the song, subtly referencing her ex-partner Gerard Pique, with whom she recently ended a long-term relationship. Embracing her timeless beauty, Shakira rocked leather chaps and a sleek black mesh bodysuit during her energetic performance.
Joined by Bizarrap, she engaged in a lively chat with host Jimmy Fallon about their exciting new collaboration, delving into her personal journey following the breakup. Opening up about her feelings, she revealed how making music has been a therapeutic outlet for her emotions, empowering her to overcome obstacles and move forward. The resilient star hinted at facing tough times but expressed newfound strength in tackling challenges head-on.
Shakira set the stage on fire during her appearance on The Tonight Show last Friday, donning leather chaps and belting out a powerful rendition of her breakup ballad inspired by her former flame, Gerard Piqué. The chart-topping track secured the top spot on the Billboard Global 200 and was performed live for the first time, captivating audiences.
Donning a striking mesh bodysuit featuring a daring underboob cut-out and silver zip accents on her chaps, Shakira looked absolutely enchanting. Her luscious caramel locks fell in loose curls around her as she flaunted a radiant makeup look. Teaming up with Argentine producer Bizarrap, dressed in a casual denim shirt, white tee, and black baseball cap, Shakira took the stage with confidence.
After a wardrobe change into a glamorous sparkling black mini dress, Shakira joined host Jimmy for a chat. The breakup anthem has been dubbed a ‘diss’ track towards Gerard, her ex-partner with whom she shares two children, amid rumors of infidelity.
Reflecting on the emotional journey behind the song, Shakira expressed her gratitude for the overwhelming response from fans. She highlighted the importance of creating music that connects authentically with listeners, describing the track as a rallying cry for women. Opening up about the challenges she faced during the year and how writing the song helped her process her emotions, Shakira shared that it was a therapeutic experience for her.
Amazing: Making a strong comeback, the iconic star stunned everyone with her bold appearance in leather chaps and a sleek black mesh bodysuit, showing off her incredible physique.
The well-known singer brought energy to the stage with a vibrant rendition of her newest hit, which contained subtle references to her ex-boyfriend, Gerard Pique. Despite their breakup in June following more than ten years together, a photo from 2014 shows the couple happily together.
During her first appearance on television, Shakira talked about working with Bizarrap and had a chat with Jimmy Fallon about their latest collab, where she slyly mentioned her recent breakup. She discussed how releasing the song made her feel a strong connection with her fans and a bond with women who could relate to her feelings. She shared a humorous anecdote about discovering her ex’s betrayal when she found a jar of strawberry jam that had been eaten in her absence, which served as inspiration for a scene in the music video for “Te Felicito” featuring Rauw Alejandro. Shakira suspected someone had been in her house when she noticed the jam was missing, considering she knew her family didn’t like it. The music video showed her opening a fridge with Rauw’s head inside, a nod to the strange incident. Rumors also circulated about Shakira placing a spooky life-size witch doll on her balcony facing her ex-mother-in-law’s house. Locals reported hearing her blasting the song at full volume, with pointed lyrics directed towards her ex’s new flame. In the song, Shakira doesn’t mince words, calling out her ex and his partner while also having some choice words for her former mother-in-law.
Showstopper: Turning heads with her impeccable style, she wowed in a mesh bodysuit featuring a bold underboob cut-out, paired with trendy silver zippered chap trousers.
Pals: Unexpectedly, Argentinian music maker Bizarrap showed up on stage with her and embraced warmly after their collaboration.
Take a look: He was wearing a stylish deep blue denim button-up shirt with a classic white t-shirt underneath, paired with a cool black baseball cap to complete the look.
Goal achieved: The song rose to the top of the charts and secured the top position on the Billboard Global 200 chart.
Shakira’s recent song has some pointed lyrics directed at Gerard and his new partner, Clara. One of the lyrics mentions how Gerard’s mother-in-law is now their next-door neighbor, attracting the attention of the press and dealing with financial troubles. There have been rumors that Shakira’s relationship with Gerard’s mother, Montserrat Bernabéu, worsened after accepting her son’s new relationship with Clara Chia Marti.
In a recent interview with Spanish streamer Ibai Llanos, Gerard jokingly mentioned that Clara chooses his outfits for him when they go shopping together, playfully referring to himself as a “puppet.” Their lawyer commended both Gerard and Shakira for handling their separation in a mature manner, particularly for coming to a child custody arrangement without any legal disputes.
The negotiations for the custody agreement were intricate and required several months of discussions, eventually leading to a marathon 13-hour meeting before the final agreement was signed. Despite the complexities, their lawyer believes that coming to an agreement outside of court was the most beneficial choice for everyone involved. The public announcement of Gerard and Clara’s relationship on Instagram received an overwhelming million likes, solidifying their status as a couple.
