La Fuerte brings Shakira’s unmistakable passion together with Bizarrap’s pulsating pop beat to paint a vivid picture of heartbreak that refuses to stay quiet. The narrator looks back at a love she took for granted, admitting she would have savored every moment “si hubiera sabido que iba a ser la última vez.” Now, every night without her ex feels endless as she tries to “hacerse la fuerte” – playing tough, deleting his number, even flirting with someone new – yet her mind keeps roaring like a caged lioness.
Behind the catchy chorus lies a tug-of-war between pride and longing. She wants to reach out (“Dime dónde, cuándo y cómo”), but her ego holds her back, leaving her stuck between desire and dignity. Shakira’s fierce vocals capture that inner conflict, while Bizarrap’s production turns the emotional struggle into an anthem for anyone who has ever tried to act strong while secretly missing someone. Listen closely and you’ll feel both the fire of regret and the unstoppable urge to reconnect – a reminder that even the boldest hearts sometimes break and beg to be mended.
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 Aquà 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.