Shakira, the incredibly talented singer famous for her smash hit “Hips Don’t Lie,” has infused her appearance with a fresh burst of energy by opting for red hair once again. She delighted fans by sharing a mesmerizing selfie on Instagram last Friday, where the 44-year-old artist proudly showed off her vibrant new locks. Adorned in a stylish white and pink striped shirt, Shakira radiated confidence in her makeup room. Alongside the photo, she playfully exclaimed, “Voilà !” This choice holds a special place in her heart, as it brings back memories from two decades ago when she mesmerized viewers with her fiery red hair in the iconic music video for “Ojos Asi.”
Shakira, the renowned singer famous for her chart-topping track “Hips Don’t Lie,” has once again switched up her hair color, opting for a vibrant shade of red. The evidence of her latest hairdo can be spotted in a recent selfie she shared on Friday. It’s hard to believe that a whole year has passed since she wowed her fans with an unforgettable performance during the Super Bowl halftime show. Sharing the stage with Jennifer Lopez, who astounded everyone with her impressive pole dancing skills and even brought her daughter Emme on stage, Shakira brought the house down. In more recent developments, Shakira has followed in the footsteps of other artists and made the decision to sell the publishing rights to her music. The deal includes all 145 of her songs, including fan-favorites like “Hips Don’t Lie” and “Whenever, Wherever.” The purchaser of these rights is the well-known music investment firm known as Hipgnosis Songs Fund.
“It’s like stepping back into the 80s!” she excitedly declared in her social media post. It’s been a good twenty years since she rocked that vibrant red hair for her iconic Ojos Asi music video. Shakira passionately expressed, “To me, being a songwriter holds just as much, if not more, importance than being a singer and artist.” She added, “Even at the tender age of eight, long before my singing career took off, I found solace in writing as a way to make sense of the world around me. I trust that Hipgnosis will provide a perfect home for my song collection.” While the exact amount she received for selling the rights remains undisclosed, it’s worth mentioning that Neil Young recently sold half of his catalogue for a whopping $150 million (£110 million).
Jennifer Lopez astounded spectators with her captivating performance at the NFL Super Bowl LIV Half Time Show Press Conference in Miami, Florida, on January 30, 2020. In a recent development, the renowned 75-year-old music icon has struck a highly profitable deal with Hipgnosis Songs Fund. This news follows Hipgnosis’s acquisition of Lindsey Buckingham’s entire music catalog and the securing of producer Jimmy Iovine’s royalties. With an impressive collection of 1,180 songs, accounting for half of his extensive repertoire, Neil’s collaboration with Hipgnosis is sure to make waves in the industry. Merck Mercuriadis, the founder of Hipgnosis, expressed his enthusiasm for this groundbreaking agreement, predicting that it will have a profound and enduring impact on the Hipgnosis Songs Fund.
Shakira graced the stage, dressed in a vibrant red ensemble, delivering an unforgettable performance during the Pepsi Super Bowl LIV Halftime Show on February 2nd. As a seven-year-old, I purchased my very first Neil Young album, titled “Harvest,” which became an inseparable companion. Over time, I became intimately familiar with every note, every lyric, and even every moment of silence within the album. Neil Young’s music has remained a loyal friend to me ever since.
Hipgnosis, a renowned company dedicated to promoting their clients’ music through various mediums such as radio and television, also prioritizes securing substantial royalties for their artists. Thus, it comes as no surprise that Hipgnosis would seek to collaborate with the legendary Neil Young, ensuring that his extraordinary songs reach every corner of the globe. Merck, the founder of Hipgnosis, expresses his perspective on this partnership, emphasizing that he established the company with the intention of creating a space where Neil Young would genuinely feel welcomed and valued. Both entities share a common integrity, ethos, and passion deeply rooted in a profound belief in the power of music, especially in relation to these remarkable songs. Although there may not be an actual “Burger of Gold” involved, their collective efforts will pave the way for Neil Young’s music to be heard on his own terms, granting everyone the opportunity to enjoy his masterful compositions.