Shakira’s hometown tribute: A bronze ode to the queen of hips
Shakira has been immortalized in her Colombian hometown with a bronze statue capturing the essence of her iconic ‘Hips Don’t Lie’ dance move.
In a heartwarming celebration, Colombian sensation Shakira has been immortalized in bronze with a statue paying homage to her iconic “Hips Don’t Lie” dance move.
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SHAKIRA’S HIPS DON’T LIE
The Grammy-winning artist took to Instagram on Tuesday to share the joyous news that a 21-foot-tall statue had been erected in her hometown of Barranquilla, Colombia as reported by People.
Crafted by artist Yino Márques, the statue captures the essence of Shakira’s magnetic stage presence.
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SHAKIRA’S BRONZE STATUE
The Instagram post featured a delightful photo carousel, showcasing not just the statue but also a family affair. In the first photo, Shakira’s parents, William Mebarak Chadid and Nidia Ripoll Torrado, stood at the feet of the impressive monument, coinciding with her mother’s birthday.
The singer expressed her happiness, stating, “It makes me happy to share this with my parents and especially my mother on her birthday. ❤️ ❤️”
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SHAKIRA’S DEDICATION CEREMONY
The festivities continued with snapshots of Shakira’s parents and brothers alongside the Mayor of Barranquilla.
The dedication ceremony for the statue left Shakira overwhelmed, prompting her to share, “This is too much for my little heart.”
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MUSICAL INFLUENCE ON THE WORLD
The dedication eloquently detailed Shakira’s influence on music, describing her as possessing “a heart that composes, hips that do not lie, an unmatched talent, a voice that moves masses, and bare feet that march for the good of childhood and humanity.”
This latest honor adds to a year of recognition for the Colombian superstar. Spotify, acknowledging her status as the platform’s most streamed female Latin artist in history, declared 29 September as ‘Shakira Day.’
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GLOBAL LATIN ARTIST
The special day came to fruition following the viral #ShakiraDeservesADay campaign initiated by her devoted Colombian fanbase.
Reflecting on her roots, Shakira expressed gratitude for her home country, which she described as a “never-ending source of inspiration” for her colorful career.
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LEGACY
From its culture and sounds to its stories, folklore, and food, Colombia remains an immeasurable muse for the global icon.
As fans celebrate the enduring legacy of Shakira, the bronze statue stands tall, embodying the spirit of a music legend whose hips will never lie, even in the stillness of bronze.