Shakira will perform her newest single, “La La La (Brazil 2014)” featuring Carlinhos Brown, at the closing ceremony of the FIFA World Cup in Brazil on July 13.

This marks the third time Shakira will perform at the World Cup, making her the first artist to have three consecutive performances at the global event.

Her hit song “Waka Waka” was the last official song of the FIFA World Cup in 2010, and she performed her smash “Hips Don’t Lie” at the 2006 FIFA World Cup in Berlin.

“I have an intricate relationship with football for obvious reasons,” explains the singer, “and I truly understand what the FIFA World Cup means to so many people, myself included - it has this innate ability to awaken a passion in us and bring together people of all races, ages and socioeconomic backgrounds.”

“For me, the World Cup carries such a tremendous personal connection as well,” she added. Shakira met her current partner, Spanish soccer player Gerard Pique, at the 2010 event; the couple have a 1-year old son, Milan.

“This will be my third consecutive FIFA World Cup performance, and the 2010 FIFA World Cup changed my life forever -- it's where I began the love story of my life, and now have my son Milan as a result,” she contued. “For all of those reasons, I just feel so grateful for the opportunity to come back to perform at the Closing Ceremony of this year’s FIFA World Cup in Brazil, it feels right. The fans have shown the most incredible support for this song and I can't wait to perform it for them."





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Shakira has released a video for “Dare (La La La)”, the third single from her latest – and self-titled – album.

Released in both English and Spanish versions, the clip was directed by Rihanna’s frequent collaborator Anthony Mandler and shot in outdoor locations in Lisbon, Portugal.

“Shakira” is the singer’s 10th studio album and first English-language record since her eighth studio album, 2009’s “She Wolf.”

Shakira can currently be seen as a coach on season 6 of NBC’s reality-singing series, “The Voice.”







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Shakira has released a new single, “Empire”, as the lead track from her self-titled album, due March 25th.

The project is the singer’s 10th studio album and first English-language record since her eighth studio album, 2009’s “She Wolf.”

The “Empire” single and the new “Shakira” album can be ordered via the Amazon links below.

Shakira can currently be seen as a coach on season 6 of NBC’s reality-singing series, “The Voice”, which premiered this week.








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NBC’s hugely successful series The Voice has announced the return of coaches Christina Aguilera and Cee Lo Green.

The pair, who took this season off to work on music projects, will rejoin the program for its fall 2013 run.

Shakira and Usher are currently filling the coaches seats temporarily vacated by Aguilera and Green.

The rookie mentors will be back again for the fifth season of The Voice next winter, when the show will receive plenty of promotion during NBC’s coverage of the February Winter Olympics from Sochi, Russia.

The current cycle of The Voice is averaging a 5.2 rating, 14 share in adults 18-49 and 14.5 million viewers overall on Monday nights, making it the season’s #3 primetime series on ABC, CBS, NBC and Fox in adults 18-49, as well as the #2 entertainment series and the #1 reality series, according to “most current” results from Nielsen Media Research.

The Tuesday edition is averaging a 4.7/14 in 18-49 and 13.4 million viewers overall, making it the #4 entertainment series on in 18-49. Every telecast of “The Voice” so far this cycle, excluding recap episodes, has won its time period in adults 18-49.

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Shakira shared exciting news with fans on Tuesday, as she welcomed a son into the world.

The 35-year-old Colombian singer and her boyfriend Gerard Pique, a football player for Barcelona, have named the new arrival Milan Pique Mebarak.

The couple, who have been together for more than two years, announced the news on Shakira's website.

“We are happy to announce the birth of Milan Piqué Mebarak, son of Shakira Mebarak and Gerard Piqué, born January 22nd at 9:36pm, in Barcelona, Spain.

The name Milan (pronounced MEE-lahn), means dear, loving and gracious in Slavic; in Ancient Roman, eager and laborious; and in Sanskrit, unification.

Just like his father, baby Milan became a member of FC Barcelona at birth.

The hospital confirmed that the couple’s first child weighed approximately 6lbs. 6 ounces, and that both mother and child are in excellent health.”

Shakira will be featured as a mentor on the upcoming season of NBC’s The Voice, along with newcomer Usher; the pair are filling in for Christina Aguilera and Cee Lo Green, who are taking time to work on other projects.

Current coaches Adam Levine of Maroon 5 and Blake Shelton will remain through season four, which premieres March 25.


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Shakira and Usher top this week’s popmusiclife Pop 10.

NBC has released the first official promo pictures of the new judges for The Voice; the pair join the popular NBC series for Season 4, filling in for Christina Aguilera and Cee Lo Green.

Check out the photos in this week’s top story!

The PP10 is a list of the most-viewed pop news stories in the past week by popmusiclife readers.

For a full list of the popmusiclife Pop 10 charts, check out the archives here.


Popmusiclife Pop 10
week ending January 13, 2013

01 – Shakira and Usher’s first promo pictures for The Voice
02 – VIDEO: Bruno Mars rocks Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show
03 – One Direction release Kiss You video
04 – VIDEO: Coldplay rock Jimmy Kimmel’s post-Oscars show
05 – Maroon 5’s Adam Levine to host Saturday Night Live
06 – Demi Lovato taking a break from Twitter
07 – Psy performs US finale of Gangnam Style
08 – Mariah Carey teases new single
09 – VIDEO: Adam Lambert unplugs in Portland
10 – Carly Rae Jepsen brings hits to New Year’s Rockin’ Eve


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Nov 11: Christina Aguilera
Nov 04: Nicki Minaj

NBC has released the first official promo pictures of new judges Shakira and Usher.

The pair join the popular NBC series for Season 4, filling in for Christina Aguilera and Cee Lo Green.

Aguilera is planning to tour behind her new album, “lotus,” while Cee Lo is developing new music plus a scripted comedy series for NBC based on his life.

Current coaches Adam Levine of Maroon 5 and Blake Shelton will remain through season four, which premieres March 25.









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Shakira’s former boyfriend and business partner is suing her for $100 million.

Billboard reports Antonio de la Rúa is seeking to "recover his share of past and future partnership profits," according to the suit, filed November 20 in the Supreme Court of the State of New York.

His suit seeks to "recover damages" of at least $100 million for breach of contract and breach of fiduciary duty. The monies, states the suit, are owed to de la Rua as part of his standing arrangement with the star, although there is no written agreement between the two.

De la Rúa and Shakira's romance became a business partnership in 2004, says the suit, after Shakira lost "millions" in her first world tour and de la Rúa "agreed" to become her "business partner" and head her business enterprises. No written agreement governed their partnership.

Shakira is currently expecting her first child with soccer star Gerard Piqué and will be a coach for the upcoming season of The Voice next spring.

Read more details regarding the lawsuit at Billboard here.






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Colombian superstar Shakira has announced that she and boyfriend Gerard Pique are expecting their first child.

 “As some of you may know, Gerard and I are very happy awaiting the arrival of our first baby!” posted the singer on Wednesday. “At this time, we have decided to give priority to this unique moment in our lives and postpone all the promotional activities planned over the next few days. This means I will not be able to be a part of the iHeartRadio Music Festival, but I’m sure this weekend in Las Vegas will be spectacular and I will be closely following everything that happens there! I’d like to thank Clear Channel and my fans for their constant love and understanding. Big kiss! And will see you very soon!”

Pique is a Spanish soccer star who plays for his hometown team, FC Barcelona.

Earlier this week, NBC announced that Shakira will be joining The Voice as a coach and mentor when season 4 starts up next spring. The singer and Usher are scheduled to fill in for Christina Aguilera and Cee Lo Green when the two take some time away from the show to work on various music projects before returning for Season 5 next fall.







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Just as NBC’s The Voice launches its third season, the show has announced a major shakeup for season 4.

The Voice will add Usher and Shakira as new celebrity musician coaches when it returns next spring.

Christina Aguilera, who is releasing a new album and going on tour, and Cee Lo Green, who is developing new music plus a scripted comedy series for NBC based on his life, will take the next season off.

Current coaches Adam Levine of Maroon 5 and Blake Shelton will remain through season four.

"Being a coach on 'The Voice' is a wonderful experience and the relationship amongst us all is like an extended family," said Aguilera. "I am so proud of being part of the show from the beginning, all the work we've done, and proud of what the show stands for as a whole. As I have expressed since day one of the show, that I am a singer and performer first and I am so excited to get back to that love. Since this year NBC and 'The Voice' have decided to tape back-to-back seasons, requiring a full-year commitment, it is important for me to take season four off, allowing me to support my music that my fans have been waiting for -- with the release of my new album 'Lotus' on November 13. By pursuing my first passion of music during the break, I am also able to come back and offer even more to my team on 'The Voice' in the future."

"First ...thank you NBC for supporting my decision to take this season four hiatus!,” said Green. “It says that I'm seen and respected as a complete artist and not just a cast member. I'm highly enthusiastic about focusing my undivided attention on my additional endeavors and interests like my upcoming solo album, new Goodie Mob album, Las Vegas residency 'Loberace,' new memoir, and new NBC comedy. It's great to also give a host of other talent the chance to experience what a joy it is to be part of what is truly THE BEST SHOW of them all, THE VOICE! I will return for season five and will be watching season four. NBC is home and as far as Usher and Shakira are concerned - 'mi casa su casa.'"


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Pitbull has released a video for his new single, “Get It Started” ft. Shakira.

The track is the lead song from his forthcoming album, “Global Warming.”

The clip was directed by David Russo, who has previously worked with Pitbull on videos for “Give Me Everything,” “Back In Time” and “International Love.”

The video was recorded in Barcelona and various other locations in Spain.

Pitbull is currently touring the US on his “Planet Pit” world tour, which heads to Australia for a series of shows beginning August 23 in Perth.


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Shakira was honored Thursday night as the Latin Grammy Person Of The Year.

The Colombian superstar was recognized at the 12th annual event, held at the Mandalay Bay Hotel in Las Vegas.

Billboard reports Shakira received her award from Marc Anthony, who made a surprise appearance for the occasion.

"It's an honor to be in your same area code," said Anthony, marveling at Shakira's accomplishments. "And you did it your way, you did it your way, you did it your way."

Shakira closed the evening, singing not one of her major radio hits, but the salsa song "En Barranquilla Me Quedo," an homage to her hometown on Colombia's coast.

It was the second honor of the week for Shakira – she received a star on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame on Tuesday.

Shakira’s new concert DVD, “Shakira, Live From Paris,” will be released on December 6.

Shakira

Shakira - Antes De Las Seis
12th Annual Latin Grammy Awards
Mandalay Bay Hotel - Las Vegas, NV – November 10, 2011



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Shakira was honored Tuesday with a star on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame.

The star is located at 6270 Hollywood Boulevard, in front of the W Hollywood Hotel, on the world famous corner of Hollywood and Vine.

Leron Gubler, President/CEO of Hollywood Chamber and Los Angeles Council President Eric Garcetti and Shakira's family helped her unveil the 2,354th star in the Category of Recording.

“I'd like to thank you all for this honor,” said Shakira. “I would like to share it with all of those in the US that have listened and understood my music and giving sense to everything I do. Especially, I would like to dedicate this to the latin community in the US that restlessly works and dreams and dreams and works every day, making this a better country.”

Beyond music, The Hollywood Chamber Of Commerce also recognizes the global charity works that Shakira is involved in, including her “Pies Descalzos” (Barefoot) Foundation, which she started at the age of 18 and has recently, opened its sixth school. The foundation provides education and nutrition to more than six thousand impoverished children in Colombia and is expanding its work to other countries, including newly-launched projects in Haiti and South Africa.

Shakira has also become a leading advocate for universal education, speaking to world leaders on the topic and advocating policy change to governments around the world. (The remarkable position she has reached was evident during a recent trip to New York, when she addressed President Bill Clinton's Global Initiative summit one day, then headlined a sold-out show at Madison Square Garden the next.)

In October 2011, Shakira was named to the White House Education commission; this appointment confirms Shakira's status as an important international philanthropist and advocate for social causes.

It’s quite a week of honors for the Columbia pop superstar: Shakira will also be celebrated as "The 2011 Person of the Year" by the Latin Recording Academy, during the 12th Annual Latin Grammy Awards on November 10 in Las Vegas.

Shakira will release her new concert DVD, “Shakira, Live From Paris,” on December 6.



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Shakira has debuted a new video from her forthcoming DVD, “Shakira, Live From Paris.”

Due December 6, the Paris concert was recorded on her recent sold-out world tour.

The DVD and Blue-Ray will include 22 songs and the live audio CD portion of the CD/DVD bundle will include 20 live tracks.

The package is available in three different formats: DVD + live audio CD, DVD and Blue-Ray, and includes global hits like “Waka Waka (This Time for Africa),” “Hips Don’t Lie” and “Whenever, Wherever.” The set also features behind-the-scenes documentary footage.

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Shakira - Antes De Las Seis



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There’s a new live DVD from Shakira on the way, just in time for the holidays.

Due December 6, “Shakira, Live From Paris” captures the Colombian singer in concert at the Palais de Bercy, in Paris, France, on her recent sold-out world tour.

The DVD and Blue-Ray will include 22 songs and the live audio CD portion of the CD/DVD bundle will include 20 live tracks.

The package is available in three different formats: DVD + live audio CD, DVD and Blue-Ray, and includes global hits like “Waka Waka (This Time for Africa),” “Hips Don’t Lie” and “Whenever, Wherever.” The set also features behind-the-scenes documentary footage.

“The Sun Comes Out” world tour, which kicked off in the fall of 2010 in Montreal and concluded just weeks ago in San Juan, Puerto Rico, included 112 shows in 42 countries and more than 100 cities around the world, and was seen by an estimated audience of over two million people.

Following the end of the tour last month, Shakira was officially appointed to a key administrative post on President Barack Obama’s Advisory Commission for Hispanic Educational Excellence. Next week, the singer will be honored with a star on Hollywood Walk of Fame in the Category of Recording, and she’ll also be celebrated as "The 2011 Person of the Year" by the Latin Recording Academy, during the 12th Annual Latin Grammy Awards on November 10 in Las Vegas.

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“Shakira, Live From Paris” DVD
Release date: December 6, 2011

01. Pienso en Ti
02. Why Wait
03. Te Dejo Madrid
04. Si Te Vas
05. Whenever, Wherever
06. Inevitable
07. Nothing Else Matters
08. Despedida
09. Gypsy
10. Tortura
11. Ciega Sordomuda
12. Underneath Your Clothes
13. Gordita
14. Sale el Sol
15. Las de la Intuicion
16. Loca
17. She Wolf
18. Ojos Asi
19. Antes de las Seis
20. Je L'Aime a Mourir
21. Hips Don't Lie
22. Waka Waka

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Shakira – Hips Don’t Lie ft. Wyclef Jean