Shakira teams up with Grupo Frontera to turn a painful breakup into an irresistible pop-regional fusion. In “(Entre Paréntesis)” we step inside a relationship that has gone ice-cold: kisses have lost their flavor, hugs feel empty, and one partner is already day-dreaming about somebody else. The phrase “pusiste el final entre paréntesis” (you put the ending in parentheses) paints a clever picture of love that is technically still on the page, yet everyone can see it is over.
Through catchy melodies and heartfelt Spanish lyrics, the song invites listeners to recognize the unmistakable signs that affection has faded. Shakira’s emotive vocals plead for honesty, while Grupo Frontera’s norteño groove keeps the track lively enough to dance away the tears. It is a bittersweet reminder that, in love, what is unsaid can shout the loudest.
Shakira (born Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll in 1977, Barranquilla, Colombia) is a celebrated Colombian singer-songwriter known worldwide as the Queen of Latin Music. With a career spanning over three decades, she has mastered a blend of Latin pop, dance, reggaeton, and rock influences, captivating audiences across the globe.
Shakira rose to fame with hits like Estoy Aquí and Hips Don't Lie, and has earned multiple Grammy and Latin Grammy Awards. Beyond her musical talents, she is renowned for her distinctive voice, mesmerizing dance moves, and her role in popularizing Hispanic music internationally. An advocate for education and children’s rights, Shakira also leads the Barefoot Foundation to empower underprivileged youth. Her impressive legacy bridges cultures and languages, making her one of the best-selling and most influential Latin artists of all time.