Remember Shakira’s romances before her performance in Rio
A life marked by great love stories and goodbyes that became music. Shakira will arrive at Janeiro’s Rio this Saturday for a memorable show on Copacabana’s beach, but before stepping on stage, it’s worth remembering the names that were part of their sentimental trajectory. The Colombian artist transformed her love experiences into compositions that won fans around the world.
Oscar Ulloa marked the first steps of his career
Shakira’s first official relationship happened when she was a teenager in the 1990s. Oscar Ulloa was the name that inspired her during her first steps in the music world. Ele was by his side when Shakira was still struggling to establish his career, and the singer has always spoken fondly about that first love. Muitas songs present on their first two albums were the result of this relationship, leaving deep marks on their initial discography.
The relationships that made history
Após Oscar, Shakira experienced other romances that marked his personal and artistic life:
- Gustavo Gordillo (1996)— Integrante from Colombian rock band Poligamia. The relationship was brief due to incompatible schedules.
- Osvaldo Ríos (1997)— Ator Puerto Rican 17 years older. Inspirou the song “Tú”, one of the most romantic of his career
- Antonio from Rúa (2000-2010)— Advogado and son of former Argentine president Fernando de la Rúa. Relacionamento from a decade that generated compositions such as “Día de Enero” and “Lo que más”
- Gerard Piqué (2010-2022)— Jogador football player who he met behind the scenes of the “Waka Waka” video. Tiveram two children together
Osvaldo Ríos and the controversial age
Quando was only 20 years old, Shakira began a relationship that caught public attention. Osvaldo Ríos was 37 years old at the time, and the age difference sparked constant criticism. But the genuine love the singer felt resulted in one of the most beautiful songs of her career. In later interviews, the actor acknowledged that it was important for her to end the relationship and move on professionally. Ele admitted that the singer needed to be free to achieve her goals on the international stage.
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Antonio from Rúa: ten years of history
One of Shakira’s longest relationships began in 2000 with lawyer Antonio de la Rúa. Eles stayed together for ten years, during which the artist moved to Argentina. Naquela At the time, the country was facing a severe economic crisis, and Shakira ended up being frowned upon by the local population. The songs that emerged from this relationship reflect both passion and farewell, with compositions that move fans to this day. Após split, Antonio sued the singer for $100 million, claiming they had a verbal business contract. Ele lost the lawsuit in Justiça and later admitted to never having effectively participated in his ex’s business.
Gerard Piqué and the controversial end
Shakira’s most recent and controversial story is with Gerard Piqué. The two met in 2010 while recording the video “Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)”. Shakira moved to Espanha to be with the football player, and they had two children: Milan, aged 13, and Sasha, aged 11. The relationship ended in 2022 surrounded by controversies, as Piqué had an affair with a student. The end of the story yielded songs with direct criticism of the player, his lover and his family, with the highlight being the hit “Shakira: Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 53”, which became a phenomenon on streaming platforms.
A trajectory that inspires compositions
Todos these relationships shaped Shakira’s musical identity. The artist has never hidden that her personal experiences serve as fuel for her creations. Suas songs carry real stories, authentic feelings and moments that marked your life. Neste Saturday, when she steps onto the Copacabana stage, the audience will be able to relive each of these chapters through her songs. The pop diva promises to put on a mega show, and for Brazilian fans it will be the opportunity to follow an artist who transformed her personal life into art for the whole world.
