Are you excited for the upcoming MTV Video Music Awards? Tomorrow, Shakira will be honored with the prestigious Video Vanguard Award, making her the first South American artist to receive this recognition. But before we witness what is sure to be a night to remember, let’s take a trip down memory lane and recall Shakira’s unforgettable performance of “La Tortura” in 2005. Her powerhouse vocals and signature hip-shaking dance moves mesmerized the audience, but the energy skyrocketed when her friend Alejandro Sanz made a surprise appearance on stage to join her in singing the track. It was an epic moment that will forever be etched in our memories.
Their undeniable chemistry was impossible to ignore, as he played the guitar and she sang beautifully while sensually dancing on him. It was an awe-inspiring performance that left the audience mesmerized by their captivating stage presence. Even before this performance, “La Tortura” had already become a commercial success, topping global charts, receiving critical acclaim and awards, selling millions of copies, and enjoying extensive radio airplay. It even performed well in the emerging digital music realm. To this day, it remains one of Shakira’s most iconic and successful songs.
Shakira is gearing up to give her fans a show-stopping performance, and her loyal followers can hardly contain their excitement. Having accumulated years of experience in the industry, Shakira’s recent updates from rehearsals have already caused a stir among her fans. This upcoming event is particularly special as it signifies her return to the awards show after a 17-year absence. The last time she graced the stage was in 2006, where she wowed audiences with her hit single “Hips Don’t Lie” featuring Wyclef Jean.
The renowned singer and songwriter, Shakira, has been nominated for two awards at this year’s event. She has been recognized in the categories of Artist of the Year and Best Latin Song for her collaboration with Karol G on the track “TQG”. What’s interesting to note is that the Artist of the Year category this year consists entirely of female artists, which is the first time this has occurred since the award ceremony’s inception in 2017. Shakira is joined by other talented women like Beyoncé, Doja Cat, Nicki Minaj, and Taylor Swift. To see the complete list of nominees, simply click here.
