Shakira Statue As High As 6.5 Meters Inaugurated In The Bintang's Hometown In Barranquilla

The giant statue of Shakira in Barranquilla, Colombia (Instagram @shakira)

JAKARTA - The large Shakira statue was inaugurated in his hometown in Barranquilla, Colombia.

The statue was 6.5 meters high (21.3 feet) and featured the singer turning his hips in a dance movement that was widely featured in his popular hit song Hips Don't Lie video.

A placard at the foot of the statue contains praises that read:'spikes that are not lying, unique talent, sound that drives the masses'.

It also refers to his charitable activities through a foundation he founded called 'Pies decalzos', Spanish for 'bare-piece', which promotes the development of early childhood.

This was revealed on Tuesday, December 26 at an event attended by Shakira's parents, William Mebarak and Nidia Ripoll, as well as the Mayor of Barranquilla.

Shakira then shared a photo of her parents beside the statue on her social media and mentioned (translated from Instagram) that her mother had seen the statue on her birthday.

Shakira has also been named the most searched musician this year according to Google's 2023 Year In Search.

The Colombian singer released her collaboration with producer Bizarrap in January; 'BZRP Music Sessions #53'. Inspired by his problematic relationship with his former colleague Gerard Piqué, this song went viral.