Following the debut of her 12th studio album, "Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran," Shakira delves into the nuances of her evolving vocal style and artistic progression.
In a recent sit-down on Hot Ones with host Sean Evans, the Colombian music sensation candidly explored aspects of her earlier singing technique that she now considers a tad excessive.
“Listening back to my earlier tracks, I realize I may have pushed the envelope with my vocal embellishments, particularly those distinctive cries,” Shakira admitted, playfully demonstrating her signature yodel. “It was somewhat over-the-top, veering into baroque territory. Ring a bell?”
She quipped, "A case of 'too much Shakira,' perhaps."
The "Whenever, Wherever" hitmaker further elaborated on her artistic metamorphosis, pointing to personal milestones that have shaped her musical evolution.
“Becoming a mother to my two sons has had a profound impact on my voice—it's taken on a deeper, fuller, and more rounded quality,” shared the Grammy-winning artist, acknowledging her children with ex-partner Gerard Piqué.
She added, “Beyond vocal changes, my artistic decisions have matured and become more refined. As I've grown as a woman and expanded my intellectual and emotional horizons, it's inevitably influenced the depth and richness of my music.”
