After months of touring the world, Shakira decided to treat herself to some much-needed R&R in the sunny paradise of Cabo, Mexico.
On Wednesday, the Colombian superstar, 48, flaunted her toned physique in a metallic pink bikini adorned with beaded fringe, proving that her dedication to fitness is as strong as ever.
The “Hips Don’t Lie” singer relaxed on the sandy beaches, sometimes stretching out lazily, and even paused for a meditative moment, sitting cross-legged with her eyes closed and hands resting on her knees.
Later, she took a refreshing dip in the ocean, pulling her caramel-blonde curls into a casual bun.
Style and Sand Essentials
Shakira didn’t just bring her A-game to the beach in terms of fitness; she also kept things stylish.
The mom of two later packed her belongings into a large red leather tote bag and slipped on a matching pink cover-up skirt, effortlessly blending comfort and glamour.
This short getaway comes as a breather from her record-breaking world tour, Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran, which will see her back on stage in Monterrey, Nuevo León, on August 23.
A Tour That Outshines All Others
Shakira’s current tour has been nothing short of historic.
Outselling both Beyoncé and Lady Gaga, it’s officially the biggest female tour of 2025 so far in terms of both box office revenue and ticket sales.
Earlier this year, she confirmed that the tour would be coming to the UK, ending months of speculation.
When speaking to The Sun, Shakira revealed her inspiration: Beyoncé herself.
Reflecting on a previous visit to Hard Rock Stadium, she told the Miami crowd, “The last time I came here, I saw Beyoncé’s show and thought, ‘How amazing would it be if I could play this stadium one day?’” Now, she’s living that dream, performing to packed stadiums and calling her fans “the best crowd in the world.”
Bigger Shows, Bigger Dreams
Originally planned as an arena tour, the overwhelming demand prompted Shakira to upgrade her venues to stadiums.
She’s pulled out all the stops to make every show spectacular, from 14 stunning costume changes to massive visuals and surprise guest appearances.
The concert opens with a striking film featuring an AI version of Shakira reassembling herself from sand, symbolizing her resilience through recent personal challenges. In 2023, she resolved a long-standing tax dispute and went through a highly publicized split from ex-footballer Gerard Piqué after 11 years together.
Sharing Her Journey With Fans
Opening her set with La Fuerte, Shakira addressed the audience candidly: “Many of you know that the past years haven’t been the easiest for me, right? But who doesn’t have a fall here and there? I’ve learned that a fall isn’t the end, but the beginning of an even better journey.”
Her two-hour performances are high-energy and physically demanding, but Shakira is more than prepared.
She trains regularly, tours with two physiotherapists, and ensures her backstage catering is packed with nutritious options like grilled red snapper, Peruvian chicken, and cauliflower steak.
Tour Challenges and Cancellations
Despite the success, not everything has gone smoothly. Shakira was forced to cancel three shows on the American leg of her tour.
A performance at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C., which was part of WorldPride’s welcome event, was called off due to structural safety concerns with the venue.
Earlier, she also had to cancel two consecutive shows at Boston’s Fenway Park in May.
Statements from Nationals Park cited complications with transporting her full tour production as the reason for the cancellation, highlighting the logistical challenges of a stadium-sized tour.
