Shakira and Wyclef Jean reunite for two U.S. shows in Charlotte and Boston on the “Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran” Tour.
Remember when Shakira and Wyclef Jean set the world ablaze with “Hips Don’t Lie”? That irresistible 2006 banger was the soundtrack to a million dance floors, a global earworm that had us all trying (and mostly failing) to shimmy like Shakira. Well, dust off those moves, because the dynamic duo is back. Shakira and Wyclef Jean are reuniting for two special U.S. tour dates, and it’s shaping up to be the kind of musical moment that makes you glad you’re alive in 2025.
Shakira’s Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour is already a juggernaut. She’s been tearing through Latin America, selling out stadiums faster than you can say “she-wolf.” Seven straight nights in Mexico City? Done, with 455,000 fans losing their minds and pumping serious cash into the local economy. Her hometown of Barranquilla even threw up a statue in her honor after she graced them with her first show there in 19 years. Now, due to rabid demand, she’s expanding her U.S. run, and she’s bringing along an old friend for the ride.
Wyclef Jean—the Fugees maestro and co-conspirator on that hips-shaking anthem—will open for her in Charlotte on May 13 and in Boston on a date still under wraps. Shakira’s practically vibrating with excitement, tweeting, “Boston and Charlotte, get ready! The one and only Wyclef Jean will be opening the shows. Can’t wait to sing with my longtime friend.” This isn’t just a gig; it’s a reunion of two icons who’ve got history, chemistry, and a shared knack for making crowds go wild.
Let’s talk about Shakira for a sec. She’s not just touring—she’s conquering. Fresh off a Grammy win for Best Latin Pop Album for Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran—an award she dedicated to her “immigrant brothers and sisters”—she’s riding a wave of triumph. The woman’s a force of nature, blending high-tech visuals with a voice that could melt glaciers.
But it hasn’t all been smooth sailing. Production snafus postponed shows in Chile and Peru, and a brief hospitalization gave fans a scare. Yet Shakira’s tougher than a $2 steak—she rescheduled, regrouped, and kept the party rolling. That’s the kind of grit that turns a pop star into a legend.
And then there’s Wyclef. The man’s a musical shapeshifter—Fugees rhymes, solo hits, production wizardry—and his “Hips Don’t Lie” verses were the secret sauce that made the track a cultural juggernaut. I still remember hearing it blast from every car stereo, every club speaker, back when the world felt a little simpler. The thought of him stepping out under the lights, laying down those lines, and then handing the stage to Shakira? It’s enough to make you believe in second acts.
This reunion lands in a year already stacked with heavy hitters—Beyoncé’s out there slaying, Billie Eilish is haunting arenas, Kendrick Lamar’s spitting fire. But Shakira and Wyclef together? That’s a vibe all its own, a throwback with a fresh twist. Picture it: Shakira’s hips swaying, Wyclef’s rhymes flowing, and a crowd screaming along to every word. If you’re like me, you’ve probably flailed around to “Hips Don’t Lie” at least once, hoping to channel a fraction of that magic. Now’s your shot to see the real deal, live and in the flesh.
So, if you’re anywhere near Charlotte or Boston—or if you’ve got a credit card and a dream—don’t sleep on this. Tickets for the Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour, including these Wyclef-assisted dates, are up for grabs on Shakira.com, Ticketmaster, and all the usual suspects. Pre-sales kicked off April 3, with general sales hitting April 7, and they’re moving fast. Get in line, secure your spot, and prepare to dance like nobody’s watching. Shakira and Wyclef Jean, together again—it’s not just a show, it’s a damn celebration.
