Colombian singer Shakira is planning to end her “Women Don’t Cry Anymore” world tour with a concert in Spain at a specially built venue. It is a temporary stadium that has already been unofficially named “Shakira Stadium”.
The artist spoke about these plans in an interview with the Spanish state broadcaster RTVE. She noted that a separate space is being prepared for the final show, created specifically for the performance.
Shakira’s return to Spain is connected with her previous personal and public experience in this country. For more than a decade, Spain has been an important part of her life: she lived there, started a family with Barcelona footballer Gerard Piqué, and spent a significant part of her career.
In 2022, the couple broke up. The breakup was accompanied by extensive media coverage, in particular due to reports of a possible betrayal by the football player. This story went beyond private life and became a topic of public discussion. Shakira later reacted to the situation in her work. In particular, the songs “BZRP Music Sessions #53” and “TQG” became international hits. In the lyrics, she drew on personal experiences, which became a public statement and resonated widely.
In addition, the artist faced legal problems in Spain. The tax authorities accused her of tax evasion totaling several million euros. The case was considered publicly for several years, and it became part of a wider discussion about the taxation of famous people.
As a result, the process ended with a settlement agreement that allowed her to avoid prosecution. At the same time, this situation affected the singer’s public image. The article notes that Spain “has ceased to be just a home for her, but has also become a place of institutional conflict.”
Against this backdrop, the decision to end the tour in Spain has additional context. The return after a breakup, lawsuits, and prolonged media attention is described as an attempt to change the public narrative.