In a bold statement that can only be compared to the raw honesty of her song Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 53, Colombian superstar Shakira finally broke her silence on her painful battle with Spain's tax authorities.
In a letter published in Spanish newspaper El Mundo, the singer songwriter passionately defended herself against allegations of tax fraud and explained why she decided to settle the case. She also compared Spain's Tax Agency (Hacienda) to the infamous Inquisition, known for its ruthless pursuit of perceived heretics during medieval times.
