The collaboration between the Colombian singer and Haitian rapper Wyclef Jean served to "bridge cultures". The lyrics are primarily in English but feature Spanish verses and references to Shakira's hometown of Barranquilla, Colombia . Chart Performance and Legacy
"Hips Don’t Lie" shattered multiple records upon its release: The collaboration between the Colombian singer and Haitian
"Hips Don’t Lie" by Shakira, featuring Wyclef Jean, is one of the most commercially successful singles of the 21st century. Originally released in February 2006 on a repackaged version of Shakira’s seventh studio album, Oral Fixation, Vol. 2 , the song quickly became a global phenomenon, reaching the number one spot in at least 25 countries. Production and Musical Elements Originally released in February 2006 on a repackaged
The title "Hips Don’t Lie" originated from Shakira’s personal studio rule. She explained that she knows a song is finished when it instinctively makes her start dancing, often telling her musicians, "My hips don't lie! Are they moving? They're not moving! So this is not ready". She explained that she knows a song is
The production incorporates Colombian percussion and cumbia elements, reflecting Shakira's heritage. Lyric Meaning and Collaboration