Shakira revives its immigrant history in concert in the US

New York.- The singer Shakira offered a vibrant and emotional concert at the stadium Metlife New Jersey, United States, as part of its international tour Women no longer cry. This show was not only a musical celebration, but also a space where the Colombian artist shared intimate aspects of her life, especially her experience as an immigrant in the United States.

In front of thousands of attendees, Shakira recalled how the United States arrived at the 19 yearswithout mastery of the English language, in search of an opportunity to expand your musical career. During the concert, the singer said: “I remember that I arrived in this country with a suitcase full of illusions, many dreams, and only spoke two words in English: ‘Hello’ and ‘Thank you'”. This moment was one of the most moving of the night and was received with an ovation from the public.

The musical day was marked by a strong connection with its Latin roots. In the visuals of the stage, they projected Latin American countries flagspaying tribute to the diversity and strength of women in the region. From the beginning of the show, Shakira made it clear that this tour is a tribute to female resilience. Topics like Congratulations, TQG, Monotony and Acrostic They were chanted by an euphoric audience, mostly Latin.

One of the most outstanding points of the show was the interpretation of the subject Objection (tango)song that, as explained by the artist herself, wrote shortly after arriving in the United States. “That was the song of an immigrant who wanted to find his place in the world,” said Shakira, visibly excited. The piece made special meaning in a country where millions of people share similar stories of struggle and perseverance.

The concert was delayed an hour and a half due to a train strike, but this did not prevent thousands of followers from reaching the stadium. Many made long walks so as not to miss the show. This fact evidenced the public’s loyalty towards the artist, who thanked the effort of her fans with an intense presentation and full of energy.

The tour Women no longer crythe eighth in Shakira’s trajectory, began in February 2025 In Rio de Janeiro and will tour various cities in America and Europe. The high demand for tickets has led to new dates in multiple locations. The tour is expected to end in November in Lima, Peru.

Beyond the show, the night in New Jersey was a reaffirmation of identity and a celebration of migrant roots. Shakira, one of the most influential Latin artists in the world, showed that her personal history is still a source of inspiration and empathy for millions of people.