Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll is born in Barranquilla, Colombia. This event marks the beginning of her journey to becoming a worldwide superstar.

At the age of eight, Shakira wrote her first song dedicated to her older half brother's death. The song is called 'Tus Gafas Oscuras' (Your Dark Sunglasses).

Shakira recorded her debut album, Magia, with Sony Music Colombia in 1990 at the age of 13. The album featured a mix of pop-rock ballads and disco uptempo songs with electronic accompaniment.

At the age of 14, Shakira releases her debut album, Magia. Although sales are low, the album helps increase her visibility in Colombia.

In February 1993, Shakira performed at Chile's Viña del Mar International Song Festival, where she sang the ballad 'Eres' and won the third place trophy. This event helped her gain recognition outside of Colombia.

Shakira released her first successful album 'Pies Descalzos' (Bare Feet), which sold around three million copies. The album showcased her unique blend of Latin, rock, and Arabic musical styles.

'Pies Descalzos' reached number five on the U.S. Billboard Top Latin Albums chart and was certified platinum by RIAA in 1996.

In 1997, Shakira established the Pies Descalzos Foundation, a Colombian charity focused on providing education and meals for underprivileged children.

Shakira released her fourth studio album titled Dónde Están los Ladrones? in September 1998. The album was inspired by an incident in an airport where a suitcase filled with her written lyrics was stolen.

Shakira released her album 'Donde Estan los Ladrones', which became a major success selling 10 million copies worldwide and reaching the top of the Billboard's Latin Charts. This album helped her gain recognition and become a music superstar in Spanish-speaking markets.

On February 24, 1999, Shakira received her first Grammy Award nomination for Best Latin Rock/Alternative Album. This nomination marked a significant milestone in her music career.

Shakira recorded her first live album, MTV Unplugged, in New York City on 12 August 1999. The performance was highly acclaimed by American critics.

In August 2000, Shakira won an MTV Video Music Award in the category of People's Choice – Favorite International Artist for her song 'Ojos Así'.

In September 2000, Shakira performed 'Ojos Así' at the inaugural ceremony of the Latin Grammy Awards. She was nominated in five categories at the event.

Colombian singer-songwriter Shakira wins her first Grammy Award for Best Latin Pop Album with her live MTV Unplugged release. The performance showcases acoustic-rock renditions of her Spanish-language songs.

On August 12, 1999, Shakira recorded her first live album 'MTV Unplugged' in New York City. The album was highly acclaimed and earned her a Grammy Award for Best Latin Pop Album in 2001.

Shakira's 'Whenever, Wherever' entered the Billboard Hot 100 chart on October 27, 2001, peaking at number 6 on December 29, 2001, and staying for 12 weeks.

With the assistance of Gloria Estefan, Shakira releases her first English-language album, Laundry Service, featuring the hit song 'Whenever, Wherever.'

Frank Cogan reviewed Shakira's album Laundry Service for The Village Voice.

Shakira's 'Underneath Your Clothes' debuted on March 16, 2002, reaching number 9 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart on May 18, 2002, and staying for 12 weeks.

Shakira won five trophies, including Best Artist of the Year, at the MTV Video Music Awards Latin America in Miami. She also received accolades at the MTV Video Music Awards in New York City, where she won the International Viewers' Choice Award.

In 2003, Shakira founded the Pies Descalzos Foundation, which focuses on helping children displaced by violence in Colombia.

The song 'La Tortura' by Shakira featuring Alejandro Sanz debuted on May 7, 2005, and peaked at number 23 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart on September 24, 2005, staying for 12 weeks.

Shakira releases the Spanish-language portion of her double-album project, Oral Fixation, followed by the English counterpart. This project showcases her evolution from a Colombian pop princess to an international superstar.

Shakira released her second English studio album and seventh studio album, Oral Fixation, Vol. 2, on November 29, 2005. The album debuted at number five on the Billboard 200, selling 128,000 copies in its first week.

On February 8, 2006, Shakira won her second Grammy Award for Best Latin Rock/Alternative Album for Fijación Oral, Vol. 1. This recognition further solidified her position as a versatile and talented artist.

The hit 'Hips Don't Lie' by Shakira featuring Wyclef Jean reached number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart on June 17, 2006, staying for 2 weeks.

On April 3, 2006, Shakira was recognized at a UN ceremony for her creation of the Pies Descalzos Foundation, highlighting her dedication to supporting education and social justice.

Shakira released the hit song 'Hips Don't Lie' in 2006, which became a global sensation. The song showcased her unique vocals and iconic belly dance moves, further solidifying her status as a music powerhouse.

Shakira achieves her first number one hit on the Hot 100 with the single 'Hips Don't Lie,' featuring Wyclef Jean. The song also sets a record for the most-played pop song in a single week on American radio.

On July 9, 2006, Shakira sang in the closing ceremony of the FIFA World Cup 2006 in Berlin, Germany. She also recorded a Bamboo version of the song with Wyclef Jean for the event.

Shakira wins four awards at the seventh annual Latin Grammy Awards, including song and record of the year for 'La Tortura.' She also receives awards for female pop vocal album and album of the year.

In April 2007, Shakira's collaboration with Beyoncé for the track 'Beautiful Liar' jumped 91 positions on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, setting a record for the largest upward movement at the time.

In November 2007, Shakira released her third live album, Oral Fixation Tour, which captured her performances during the Oral Fixation Tour.

The chart performance of Shakira's song 'Don't Bother' on the Billboard Hot 100 was archived.

Shakira joins other top musicians in a concert in Washington, DC, to celebrate the upcoming inauguration of Barack Obama as President of the United States of America.

Shakira releases the electro-pop album She Wolf, featuring the title track inspired by a she wolf. The album showcases a disco-influenced sound.

Shakira's 'She Wolf' was released on August 1, 2009, peaking at number 11 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart on September 26, 2009, and staying for 12 weeks.

Shakira released her eighth studio album 'She Wolf' internationally in October 2009 and in the U.S. on 23 November 2009. The album received positive reviews from critics and achieved chart success in multiple countries.

Shakira guest stars on the episode 'The Bahamas Triangle' of Ugly Betty, where she saves Betty's swimsuit photo shoot.

Shakira makes an appearance on the episode 'Dude Looks Like Shakira' of Wizards of Waverly Place.

Shakira created 'Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)', the official song of the 2010 FIFA World Cup, which became a huge international success.

On July 11, 2010, Shakira performed 'Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)' at the closing ceremony of the FIFA World Cup 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. The song became the biggest-selling World Cup song of all time.

After splitting with her long-time boyfriend, Shakira shared a cozy photo with FC Barcelona soccer player Gerard Piqué on Twitter, hinting at their relationship.

On 9 November 2011, Shakira was honored as Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year and performed a tribute cover song at the Mandalay Bay Events Center. This recognition highlighted her influence in the Latin music industry.

Shakira and Usher were announced as replacements for Christina Aguilera and CeeLo Green as coaches for the fourth season of The Voice in the US, alongside Adam Levine and Blake Shelton.

Following her role as a coach on The Voice and confirming her pregnancy, Shakira joyfully shared the news of expecting her first child with Gerard Piqué.

Antonio de la Rua, former boyfriend and business manager of Shakira, files a $100 million lawsuit against her, claiming credit for her success and seeking compensation for his management work.

On January 22, 2013, Shakira and Spanish soccer star Gerard Pique welcomed their first child, a baby boy named Milan.

On March 21, 2014, Shakira released her 10th studio album, 'Shakira', which featured guest vocalist Rihanna on the lead single 'Can't Remember To Forget You'.

Shakira's tenth studio album was released on 25 March 2014, debuting at number two on the US Billboard 200 chart with first-week sales of 85,000 copies.

Shakira performed 'La La La (Brazil 2014)' with Carlinhos Brown at the 2014 FIFA World Cup closing ceremony at the Maracanã Stadium, marking her third consecutive appearance at the FIFA World Cup.

On July 18, 2014, Shakira became the first person to accumulate 100 million likes on Facebook.

The album sales chart for Shakira's Oral Fixation 2 was archived on HITS Daily Double.

On January 29, 2015, Shakira gave birth to her second child, a baby boy named Sasha, with Spanish soccer player Gerard Pique.

On March 4, 2016, Shakira made her feature-film debut by voicing the pop star Gazelle in the Disney animated movie Zootopia. She also contributed the song 'Try Everything' to the soundtrack.

Due to voice-strain related problems, the singer had to cancel the tour scheduled to begin on 8 November in Cologne, Germany, one day before the original date.

On 9 November, the singer announced the postponement of shows in Paris, Antwerp, and Amsterdam due to voice-strain related issues.

Shakira revealed through her social networks that she suffered a haemorrhage on her right vocal cord in late October, leading to the postponement of the entire European tour to 2018.

On January 28, 2018, Shakira's album 'El Dorado' won the Grammy Award for Best Latin Pop album, making her the first female performer to receive two trophies in that category.

After recovering from the vocal cord haemorrhage, Shakira resumed her El Dorado World Tour in Hamburg, Germany on 3 June 2018.

Shakira began her Latin America tour in Mexico City on 11 October, following the completion of the European and North American legs of the El Dorado World Tour.

On November 2, 2018, during a visit to Barranquilla, Shakira criticized the Colombian government's plan to reduce the national education budget, stressing the importance of investing more in education and building schools in underserved areas.

Shakira released her fifth live album, Shakira in Concert: El Dorado World Tour, in November 2019, featuring performances from her tour.

Shakira and Jennifer Lopez performed at the Super Bowl LIV halftime show in February 2020, which garnered a viewership of 103 million people and became the most viewed halftime show on YouTube at that time.

In May 2020, Shakira contributed over 50,000 face masks and ten respirators to aid in combating the COVID-19 pandemic in her hometown of Barranquilla, showcasing her commitment to public health.

On 16 July 2021, Shakira released a single titled 'Don't Wait Up', marking her first English-language song since 'Try Everything' in 2016.

Shakira released the song 'Te Felicito' with singer Rauw Alejandro as the lead single of her upcoming twelfth studio album.

On 27 September 2022, a Spanish judge approved the tax fraud trial for Shakira after prosecutors accused her of failing to pay 14.5 million euros in taxes.

Shakira released the single 'Shakira: Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 53', a collaboration with Argentine DJ Bizarrap, which achieved significant success on various music charts.

Shakira's collaboration with Karol G on the single 'TQG' was released, achieving high chart positions and breaking records.

Shakira released 'Acróstico' as the fifth single from her upcoming album, with a special version featuring vocals from her children Milan and Sasha.

Shakira became the first woman in history to occupy the top three spots on the Latin Pop Airplay chart with her songs 'TQG', 'Acróstico', and 'Copa Vacía'.

Shakira inaugurates a multi-million dollar school in Colombia, showcasing her philanthropic efforts in education.

Shakira was awarded the Video Vanguard Award at the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards for her extensive musical career and groundbreaking music videos.

Shakira released her twelfth studio album 'Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran' via Sony Music Latin, marking her first studio release in nearly seven years.

Billboard explains the global dominance of Shakira in the music industry.