Shakira Now

: Born in Barranquilla, Colombia, her father is of 100% Lebanese descent , while her mother is Colombian.

: Her 2001 album Laundry Service is credited with officially inviting "Latin flow" into the Western mainstream, breaking records for female influence. Shakira

: During the recording of She Wolf , she famously rejected standard headphones, insisting on tracking vocals in the control room —a highly unusual and labor-intensive production method. : Born in Barranquilla, Colombia, her father is