Backstage With Shakira: How Her Kids, Career, and Comeback Fuel the Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran Tour

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Behind every thunderous cheer and stadium spotlight stands a woman powered not only by fame but by fierce devotion—to her craft, her culture, and most of all, her children. The Shakira backstage tour reveals just how deeply committed the Colombian superstar is to delivering unforgettable performances, night after night, across continents.

With 64 sold-out shows and over 2 million fans in attendance, Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran is more than just a concert tour—it’s a celebration of resilience, artistry, and womanhood.

The Calm Before the Storm

Deep in the underbelly of Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium, the calm, controlled energy backstage stands in sharp contrast to the explosive stage spectacle. Dancers limber up in corridors. Costume teams, led by wardrobe head Hannah Kinkade, carefully hand-sew shimmering crystals onto catsuits. Two washing machines and dryers travel with the crew to keep up with the demands of the show—because when Shakira and her dancers hit the stage, every outfit is drenched in passion and sweat.

The team of nearly 100 crew members keeps the machinery humming. “The heat is brutal,” says stage manager Kevin Rowe, who oversees the transformation of the backstage maze into a flawless stage spectacle. Hidden elevators lift entire sets from beneath the stage, timing every cue with military precision.

Perfection in Motion

At 2:30 PM, the band kicks off soundcheck. An hour later, Shakira herself glides in—silver flared jeans, white vest top, hips that “don’t lie,” and a beaming smile. But beneath that charm is a meticulous visionary. Every light cue, guitar strum, and costume detail must align with her demanding standards.

“She’s a perfectionist,” says long-time musical director Tim Mitchell. “From the lighting to the wristbands, she knows what she wants—and won’t settle until it’s right.”

Her dedication shows. Shakira’s two-and-a-half-hour show is a masterclass in stamina and showmanship: 13 dazzling costume changes, flamenco footwork, belly dancing, electric guitar solos, and bilingual anthems that span decades.

A Comeback Fueled by Pain

The tour takes its name from her latest album, Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran (Women No Longer Cry), a collection born from heartbreak and upheaval. From a public split with Gerard Piqué, to her father’s emergency brain surgery, and legal battles with Spanish tax authorities, the past years have tested Shakira like never before.

But as she tells her audience: “A fall isn’t the end—it’s the beginning of a better journey.”

Songs like TQG and the Grammy-winning Bzrp Music Sessions Vol. 53 turned her pain into empowerment, resonating with millions of listeners—particularly women navigating their own heartbreaks.

Her Children, Her Strength

Though she’s a global icon, Shakira is most deeply a mother. She lights up talking about Sasha (12) and Milan (10), who now tour with her and even feature on-screen during the emotional ballad Acróstico.

“My kids are my engine. They’re the reason I’m alive,” she says. “Seeing them sing with me every night is the most precious moment.”

It’s the first time her sons are old enough to witness her on stage—and with that comes nervous excitement. “They worry,” she says. “‘Mom, did it go OK? Did you fall?’ And I tell them, ‘Mistakes are OK.’”

Immigrant Dreams and Defiance

Shakira’s journey from Barranquilla to global stardom has also shaped her perspective on immigration. Reflecting on her teen years in Miami, learning English through poetry and dictionaries, she shares a deep empathy for immigrants navigating hostile climates.

“It means living in constant fear,” she admits. “But we must stay united and demand humanity in policy and practice.”

Her Grammy speech earlier this year summed it up: “To my immigrant brothers and sisters—you are loved and worth it.”

What’s Next?

For UK and European fans wondering if Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran will cross the Atlantic, Shakira teases: “Stay tuned. We’re close to announcing. I really want to share this show with fans all over the world.”

One thing is certain: wherever she performs, the Shakira backstage tour is powered by unmatched professionalism, emotional truth, and the unwavering love of a mother determined to rise, again and again.

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