Shakira reveals she nearly abandoned music career for quiet life on farm

Global pop icon Shakira has revealed that she once stood on the verge of abandoning her storied music career to pursue a quiet life of rural seclusion. In a recent interview, the multi-platinum artist shared that she had seriously contemplated leaving the entertainment industry behind to purchase a farm and dedicate her days to caring for animals.
The singer, known for international anthems such as “Hips Don’t Lie” and “Waka Waka,” characterized that period of her life as one defined by profound uncertainty regarding her professional trajectory and personal identity. Reflecting on those thoughts today, Shakira admitted that the urge to trade the global stage for a tranquil, animal-tending lifestyle was an impulsive and ultimately impractical vision that she now views with a sense of surprise.
The Grammy-winning artist eventually concluded that she possessed more to offer the music world, leading her to recommit to her craft. This renewed focus has solidified her standing as a fixture in global pop culture, punctuated by her continued association with the FIFA World Cup.
Shakira is set to maintain her long-standing relationship with the tournament by performing as a co-headliner for the 2026 FIFA World Cup final halftime show. Her participation follows her recent contribution to the event’s promotional music with the track “Dai Dai,” further cementing a legacy that has spanned nearly two decades of official World Cup involvement, beginning with her appearances in the 2006, 2010, and 2014 editions of the global competition.