Shakira “broke” at her first concert in Barranquilla – the Vallenato country

Barranquilla lived one night to remember with Shakira’s return to his hometown, after almost two decades without appearing in his land. The concert, part of their world tour of women no longer cry, occurred on Thursday, February 20, 2025 at the Roberto Meléndez Metropolitan Stadium, where more than 46,000 fans gathered to enjoy a show that combined Caribbean music and culture.

The artist began her presentation with a triumphal entry, wearing a silver attire and accompanied by a team of dancers, while the public chanted her name with enthusiasm.

The Barranquillera, who had not made a tour in her city for 19 years, expressed her emotion when she was back at home.

“I am very happy to be here, at home, in my house. It’s a dream come true to sing among mine: my family, my friends, my children, my mother, and sing to you, those who saw me grow and for those who grew up with me too. Thank you, Barranquilla, I am very excited. There is nothing like singing at home, and there is definitely no better encounter than that of a wolf with your herd. Tonight, my people, and we are always one.

The 48 -year -old singer offered a tour of her musical career, interpreting successes such as I am here, Anthology, Hips Don’t Lie and her success BZRP Music Sessions #53.

A tribute to Barranquilla and its Carnival

One of the most prominent moments of the night was when Shakira performed a part of in Barranquilla I stay, a success composed and played by the deceased musician Joe Arroyo and introduced the teacher Chelito de Castro, who played the piano alone of the song.

The artist replied the introduction that Arroyo did at the time, exclaiming: “And with you … Chelito de Castro.” This gesture excited the public.

In addition, the singer invited Tatiana Angulo Fernández, Queen of the Carnival of Barranquilla 2025 to the stage to dance to the scribble rhythm, a typical folk rhythm of the region: “Long live the Queen of the Carnival! (…) Thank you, queen. Long live the carnival!”

This moment was listed as a tribute to the Carnival, a holiday that was declared a cultural heritage of the Nation and the masterpiece of the oral and immaterial heritage of Humanity, by the Congress of the Republic and by UNESCO.

The Barranquillera also included emblematic issues of the Barranquilla Carnival as I forgot, considered the hymn of the traditional party, while playing the drum and said: “Long live the carnival!” In addition, he paid tribute to the local culture with a Vueltiao hat.

The singer’s concert in Barranquilla transcended borders. Fans from different places in Colombia and abroad traveled to the capital of the Department of Atlantic to witness the show.

Jorge David Fuzga, a 34 -year -old follower from Pereira, told AFP that he looked for tickets throughout the country without success, but finally managed to get one in Barranquilla. “The only ballot I got was here in Barranquilla. And, well, what better than to be here?” For his part, Maricela Velásquez, who traveled from California, expressed his emotion to see Shakira in his homeland: “I am very excited (…). I only know that this will be an experience that I will never forget.”

From early hours, thousands of people gathered around the stadium, supporting temperatures of up to 37 ° C, to ensure a good place in the event. The gates of the enclosure were opened at 6:00 pm, and the artist took the stage at 11:00 pm, unleashing the euphoria of the attendees.

The show had a high level production, with giant screens, visual effects and a team of dancers who complemented each presentation. Shakira offered a two and a half -hour show, in which he combined his new successes with classics of his career, such as bare feet and eyes like this. He also included less known songs, such as Don’t Bother and poem to a horse, adapted for this tour.

The night was full of emotional moments, both for the artist and for the public. The artist dedicated the song Anthology to her mother, Nydia Ripoll, who was among the attendees with the children of the singer, Milan and Sasha. In a moment of introspection, the singer said: “If my dad could see this …”, in reference to her father, William Mebarak, who is going through a delicate state of health.

The closure of the concert was unexpected. Shakira performed Waka Waka, accompanied by a champeta segment, and concluded with his collaboration with Bizarrap, the BZRP Music Sessions #53. Before saying goodbye, the artist thanked the public with a message full of emotion: “Until always, Barranquilla. They are my people. They are my people. They are my people!” With Infobae

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