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Shakira says Copacabana show is a tribute to ‘the women who rebuilt themselves’ in powerful open letter

Shakira has explained why now was the right time to headline Copacabana Beach in Rio

Shakira has opened up about the real meaning behind her huge Copacabana concert, revealing in a moving open letter that the show is rooted in the moment her life “collapsed all at once” and she was forced to rebuild everything from the ground up.

The 49-year-old Latin megastar will headline on May 2 at Todo Mundo No Rio, the free mega‑event that draws millions to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, which has previously hosted global names including Lady Gaga and Madonna.

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