On the night of Sunday, June 22, 2025, it was recorded in the memory of the thousands of Shakira fans who crowded the Footprint Center in Phoenix, because in a concert that exhausted all the tickets, the Barranquilla superstar surprised his audience with a moment that became the high point of the evening: The live interpretation, for the first time on their tour “Women no longer cry”, of the emblematic song “If you leave”.
This theme, which was not part of his repertoire since 2018 and that evokes the beginnings of his career, unleashed the euphoria of the attendees, who chanted each word and celebrated the return of a beloved classic.
Phoenix’s choice for this special moment did not go unnoticed, since in the midst of a show that already promised to be memorable, Shakira decided to offer this exclusive “gift” to his fans, reaffirming his ability to connect deeply with his audience.
“If you leave”: a trip to the heart of his discography
Released in 1998 as part of the album “Where are the thieves?”, “If you leave” it marked a before and after in Shakira’s trajectory.
Considered by many as one of the most beloved ballads of his discography, his entrance to the setlist of the tour was received with immense emotion, because the crowd in the Footprint Center not only chlorped it, he also celebrated the validity and impact of a song that has accompanied several generations of followers, demonstrating that, despite the passage of time, he continues to occupy a special place in the heart of the public.
This issue, one of the least commercial, but more sentimental in its catalog, revived with the energy of thousands of voices, evidencing the timelessness of Shakira’s music and his ability to create hymns that last.
Music as resilience: the legacy of “women no longer cry”
After his separation from former soccer player Gerard Piqué, Shakira has focused on his career, using music as a powerful way of personal improvement and empowerment.
This creative process has given rise to new songs that have not only resonated globally, but have allowed their followers to find in the lyrics of Shakira a reflection of their own experiences and emotions.
During the concert in Phoenix, the artist not only offered this memorable moment with “If you leave”, she also reviewed a long list of successes that have defined her successful career, which is why the public’s response was of constant ovations, confirming the lasting impact of her musical legacy.
Collaborations and overwhelming success
One of the most prominent aspects of the “Women no longer cry” tour has been the presence of guest artists and unexpected collaborations.
For example, singer Alejandro Sanz joined Shakira on stage to interpret together the successful theme “Torture”, another sample of the artist’s versatility and her ability to surprise and reinvent her shows.
The tour has proven to be a global phenomenon, surpassing sales and collection to other great figures of international music such as Beyoncé and Lady Gaga. Stages full of cities such as Miami, Charlotte and Montreal have become witnesses to the power and influence that Shakira represents in the current music industry.
