The talented Colombian singer embarked on her thriving musical journey when she was just 13 years old. In a recent feature for Billboard magazine’s 2018 Latin Issue, Shakira opened up about the challenges she faced along the way. The 41-year-old star shared that her road to success has been tougher and more arduous compared to if she had grown up in Florida or New York City.

Creating a beautiful image for the cover story of Billboard magazine’s 2018 Latin Issue, Shakira opened up about the struggles she faced on her journey to fame. The Colombian singer revealed how challenging it was to kickstart her career at a time when pop music was scarce in her country.

Facing a harsh and almost nonexistent pop music scene in Colombia, Shakira described the environment as hostile when she first started with her ballads and rock songs. With no social media to rely on, she had to travel across Latin America to promote her music, visiting countless radio stations to get her name out there.

Reminiscing on the early days of her career, the blonde beauty disclosed that she would be in three different countries in a single day, showcasing her determination and drive to make her mark in the music industry. Collaborating with fellow Colombian artist Maluma for the feature, Shakira’s story is one of resilience and perseverance in the face of obstacles.

Taking it slow: The artist, 41 years old, revealed that his journey to success has been quite challenging compared to those born in Florida or New York City, especially with his mom by his side.

Shakira, a talented Colombian singer, revealed that she began her career in Barranquilla at a time when pop music was not very popular in Colombia. In a photo with Maluma, she looked stunning in a black mesh corset-style top paired with a revealing skirt that had two thigh-slits. Despite her striking appearance, the Hips Don’t Lie singer discussed her feelings about being seen as a sex symbol. While she personally doesn’t view herself that way, she acknowledged that some people may see her in that light while others may not.

Shakira revealed that starting her career with ballads and rock tunes was a challenge, but she’s seen as a companion who has been there for others through her music. The talented musician expressed that while she has her fair share of tough days, there are also moments when she feels fabulous and glamorous. She believes that all women have different sides to them, balancing being mothers, professionals, and seductive individuals at any stage in life.

Shakira, a mother of two boys with her partner Gerard Piqué – Milan, aged five, and Sasha, aged three, met Piqué in the spring of 2010 and began dating the following year. Her co-star on the Billboard cover, Maluma, looked stylish in a white T-shirt and ripped denim pants.

Looking absolutely stunning: Maluma, the co-star on the cover, appeared striking in a white T-shirt and distressed denim bottoms. The Colombian singer, whose real name is Juan Luis Londono Arias, hails from Medellin. At just 24 years old, he collaborated with Shakira on the hit song Chantaje.
Reflecting on their first meeting, Shakira mentioned feeling an undeniable chemistry and how their creative energy never ceased to flow. Maluma described one of his most memorable moments as performing in front of 17,000 individuals in Israel. Expressing his disbelief, he shared his belief that the best is yet to come and described being part of this movement as both an opportunity and an honor.

How interesting! The artist, known as Juan Luis Londono Arias, hails from Colombia as well. He came into the world in the vibrant city of Medellin.

Family holds the utmost importance to Shakira, who is a mother to two boys with her partner Gerard Pique. Their sons, Milan and Sasha, are five and three years old, respectively.