International Shakira Day: origins, how it is celebrated and why it is celebrated on September 29

To mark the 25th anniversary of the launch of Colombian singer Shakira’s album “Where are the thieves”, a digital portal for music services, podcasts and digital video, Spotify, I propose dedicating one day nationally and internationally to the home of a missing artist. For this reason, next Saturday, September 29th, will be the official day of the translator of “The Inevitable” and “Si te vas”.

“Spotify is declaring Shakira Day, answering a call from fans who hold the key to amplifying the message. This initiative is a tribute to the artist who proudly represented Colombia.

before the world for many years. This is also an opportunity for us, like the rest of the country, to celebrate our music,” said Manuela Echeverri, Spotify’s head of artist and record label relations for the Andean region.

According to Spotify, after conducting a survey in the country’s main cities to gauge the opinions of Colombians, 72% of citizens surveyed agreed that Shakira would have a day dedicated in her honor. De hecho, 75% of people who took part in the event stated that they felt inspired or influenced by Barranquillera’s music or their actions.

What was Shakira’s reaction?

An artist from Barranquillera whoplayed in three world games, participated in the Super Bowl and debuted in the Billboard top ten, and was classified by this magazine as woman of the year.

, after the results of his last singles, I congratulate you, Monotonía, and the joint session with the Argentine foil player Bizarrap. Considering the fact that her latest children stem from a romantic breakup she experienced, Shakira is confident that her birthplace is one of her main sources of inspiration.

“The way in which Colombia has inspired my career as an artist is immeasurable. Colombia is an incredible source of inspiration, colors, culture, sounds, stories, folklore, comedy; It’s such a rich culture and I’m so glad I learned about where I grew up and who makes me feel like my muse throughout my life as an artist,” the Barrankiller singer said on the Spotify For The Record blog.

Indeed, according to results obtained from a Spotify search, at least 32% of participants value Shakira’s contribution to improving the conditions of the country’s vulnerable communities without embargo. 36% of respondents believe their biggest contribution to the music industry is exploitation. spread to your children.