Shakira is Billboard's 17th Greatest Pop Star of the 21st Century
Billboard’s Greatest Pop Stars of the 21st Century: No. 17 - Shakira https://t.co/9xsSpuFS80
- billboard (@billboard) September 17, 2024
Billboard's staff is choosing the 25 greatest pop stars of the last 25 years and today they named Shakira their number 17.
They chosed her due to her singular artistry, her breakthrough success into global fame, her being considered the most successful female Latin artist of all time, her longevity and impact.
Billboard's article talks about her career since her crossover into the English-language market to these days. They even mention there was a 7 years gap between El Dorado and Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran "due to Piqué 'dragging' her down, in her words".
The article also highlights her unique blend of Latin, Arabic, and Western influences, plus her innovative approach to music and performance, including her distinctive voice, dance style, and fusion of genres. It also mentions Shakira’s accomplishments, including numerous awards, record-breaking achievements, and significant contributions to charitable causes (and it mentions her tax issues in passing).
And, in crappy news, Shakira had to leave the stage at a Miami club because some creep tried to film her upskirt.
Shakira leaves stage at Miami club after noticing someone in the audience trying to film up her skirt.
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- Pop Base (@PopBase) September 17, 2024
Sources ( Billboard, Pop Base)