What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you hear Shakira’s name? Maybe it’s her hypnotic dance moves, her powerhouse voice, or the way she blended Latin and pop music long before it was mainstream. But one of the most common questions fans ask is simple: where is Shakira from? Shakira’s Roots in Colombia Shakira was born in Barranquilla, Colombia, on February 2, 1977. Barranquilla is a colorful port city on the Caribbean coast known for its vibrant music and carnival celebrations. It’s a place where African, Indigenous, and Spanish cultures mix together—a perfect backdrop for the eclectic sound she would later create. Growing up in Colombia shaped her music deeply. Shakira has often said that she absorbed everything around her—Arabic rhythms from her father’s Lebanese heritage, Colombian folk music, and the pop-rock sounds she heard on the radio. How Did Her Heritage Influence Her Music? Shakira’s father, William Mebarak Chadid, is of Lebanese descent, while her mother, Nid...