Shakipedia: A Shakira Podcast

Welcome back to Shakipedia! In this special episode, Cally and Sam sit down with musician, producer, and Shakira’s longtime touring bassist, Joe Ayoub. Joe shares exclusive behind-the-scenes stories from the Sale el Sol and El Dorado World Tours, Shakira’s intense rehearsal process and unmatched attention to detail, what it’s really like balancing live instruments with backing tracks, and reconnecting for the surprise Times Square album launch performance.If you enjoyed this interview, please give this video a like, leave a comment with your favorite moment, and subscribe for more deep dives into all things Shakira!#Shakira #Shakipedia #Podcast #MusicPodcast #JoeAyoubFollow us on social media: https://shakipedia.comShakipedia's theme song: "⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠We Are One⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠" by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Scott Holmes Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is licensed under an⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/Edited and remixed from the original -- https://scottholmesmusic.com/tracks/we-are-one

You sent in your unfiltered questions, and we didn't hold back! In volume 2 of our "Ask Us Anything" special, Cally and Löic dive deep into your spiciest listener questions, controversial fan debates, tour rankings, and unreleased lore.

💬 Which question was your favorite? What topic should we debate next?

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Shakipedia's theme song: "⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠We Are One⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠" by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Scott Holmes Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is licensed under an⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/Edited and remixed from the original -- https://scottholmesmusic.com/tracks/we-are-one

Join Alejandra and Loïc on this journey through Shakira's collaborations during 2026. Starting with "Algo Tú" alongside Beéle, this duet brought us a refreshing pause within the Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran era with a Caribbean rhythm that highlights the sounds of Barranquilla in this tribute to her homeland, continuing with an unexpected collaboration between Anitta and Shakira with "Choka Choka", a track that reinforces female energy with a heavy funk-afrobeat sound, in which Shakira surprised us with her return to recording in Portuguese.

And finally, we discuss "Eurosummer" by Zara Larsson, and the mystery surrounding the music video they shot together that was never released... a true shakimystery.What is no mystery is that Shakira, amidst a world tour, has taken the time to continue working on musical projects that make us dance, sing, and enjoy life. Could we have more collaborations for the rest of the year?

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Hello, Shakifans! In this new episode of Shakipedia, we sat down to answer all your questions in a very special round of Ask Us Anything. On this occasion, Cally and Loïc are the ones in charge of answering and going through the funniest anonymous questions you sent us via social media to reveal it all. What surprises await us? Come along to find out!

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Shakipedia's theme song: "⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠We Are One⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠" by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Scott Holmes Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is licensed under an⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/Edited and remixed from the original -- https://scottholmesmusic.com/tracks/we-are-one

In this episode, Cally and Loïc spotlight one of the most underrated gems in Shakira’s discography: “Hey You”. From the song’s flirtatious and playful lyrics to its surprising presence on tour setlists, don’t miss our personal opinions, favorite moments, and why this track continues to stand out among fans years later.

We also revisit the era surrounding Oral Fixation Vol. 2, a time when Shakira was fully embracing experimentation in both her sound and songwriting. Dive into the discussion of how “Hey You” captures the carefree, rebellious energy that made the album so unique, blending rock influences with playful pop attitude.

Throughout the conversation, we explore the song’s contrasts, bold imagery, and cheeky lyricism while debating where it fits within Oral Fixation Vol. 2. This episode celebrates why “Hey You” remains a hidden favorite that deserved far more attention.

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Shakipedia's theme song: "⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠We Are One⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠" by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Scott Holmes Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is licensed under an⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/Edited and remixed from the original -- https://scottholmesmusic.com/tracks/we-are-one

En este episodio, Alejandra y Sam hablan sobre ‘Gordita’, una de las colaboraciones más ocultas de la industria del pop latino, pero memorable entre Shakifans.

Más allá de ser un apodo cariñoso o simplemente una canción del álbum Sale el Sol, ‘Gordita’ abrió una conversación en este episodio de Shakipedia sobre la forma en la que Shakira se adueña de la narrativa sobre su cuerpo, mientras la lírica de René Pérez, Residente de Calle 13, le da a este dueto una personalidad única e irreverente que nos pone a bailar.

Además, descubre cómo fue el acercamiento entre Shakira y Residente a mediados de los años 2000 y cómo una conexión previa con Calle 13 terminó llevando a esta inesperada mezcla de pop y reggaetón. ¿Sabías que Shakira ya había compartido escenario con el dúo boricua antes de escribir esta canción juntos?

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Shakipedia's theme song: "⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠We Are One⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠" by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Scott Holmes Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is licensed under an⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/Edited and remixed from the original -- https://scottholmesmusic.com/tracks/we-are-one

Acompaña a Alejandra, Cally y Loïc en este recorrido por los momentos más destacables de Shakira en participaciones deportivas. La colombiana ha llevado el nombre de su país y de Latinoamérica entera a los ojos del mundo a través de diversos eventos donde el marcador siempre le favorece, porque si se trata de poner a la audiencia a bailar y disfrutar, ¡quién mejor que Shakira para dejar huella en el mundo deportivo!

With her music and unmatched talent for dancing, Shakira has taken over some of the world’s biggest stages, and we’re not just talking about the World Cups. In this episode, discover her appearances at the NBA All-Star Game, Davis Cup, Super Bowl, and Copa América, and how she brought her unique energy and performance style to some of the most iconic sporting events in the world.

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Shakipedia's theme song: "⁠⁠We Are One⁠⁠" by ⁠⁠Scott Holmes Music⁠⁠ is licensed under an⁠⁠ Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License⁠⁠./Edited and remixed from the original.

From Germany 2006 to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Shakira has built an unmatched legacy in football music. In this episode of Shakipedia, we will revisit "Hips Don't Lie (Bamboo)," "Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)," "La La La (Brazil 2014)," and "Dai Dai."

¡No te pierdas la historia de Alejandra y su participación con Shakira en el escenario durante Waka Waka! Acompáñanos mientras exploramos cada canción mundialista, las presentaciones que cautivaron a millones y las colaboraciones que marcaron estos himnos convirtiendo a Shakira en la banda sonora del fútbol!

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Shakipedia's theme song: "⁠We Are One⁠" by ⁠Scott Holmes Music⁠ is licensed under an⁠ Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License⁠./Edited and remixed from the original.

We’re so back! Welcome to a new Shakipedia era!

In this episode, Cally, Sam (welcome back!)Alejandra and Loïc (say hello to the brand-new cohost) dive into all of their hot takes! What a way to kick off a whole new era!

Hasta ahora, el 2026 ha sido un año increíble para ser un Shakifan. Desde los conciertos que rompieron récords en la Ciudad de México y Copacabana, pasando por las colaboraciones y el anuncio de una residencia europea en Madrid, España, hasta su regreso con una participación en el Mundial... Shakira no ha parado de darnos de qué hablar. Pero, ¿estamos todos felices con todo esto? Descubre lo que tenemos que decir al respecto — ¡y no te sorprendas, esto se va a poner de lo más picante, obviamente con todo el amor que le tenemos a Shaki!

Share your thoughts and let us know in the comments if you agree with any of these hot takes. Even better, let us know your own hot takes! We can’t wait to read them!

Shakipedia's theme song: "We Are One" by Scott Holmes Music is licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License./Edited and remixed from the original.

In this episode of Shakipedia, we explore “Good Stuff,” the fifth track on Shakira’s She Wolf album. Written with Pharrell Williams, produced with The Neptunes, and never performed live, the song blends pop, world music, and mysticism. We break down the lyrics, influences, remix, and why it remains one of Shakira’s most underrated songs.