Shakira Unleashes Her Inner She-Wolf at Global Citizen Festival 2025

This past Saturday, September 27, 2025, Colombian pop icon Shakira took the stage at the Global Citizen Festival in New York City's Central Park, captivating the audience with an electrifying performance that blended spectacle and spirit.

Kicking off her set at 9:30 p.m. ET, Shakira built anticipation by displaying the "10 Commandments of the She-Wolf" on the massive screens, echoing the visuals from her recent world tour. As the crowd roared with excitement, the artist appeared, morphing between human and wolf in an acrobatic display that heralded the arrival of "La Loba" herself.

Shakira then launched into her infectious 2009 hit "She Wolf," commanding the stage in her signature skin-tight bodysuit and whipping her blonde hair as she moved. The energy only continued to soar as she glided into the viral smash "Shakira: Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 53," turning the park into a euphoric singalong. The night's highlights also included nostalgic renditions of classics like "Whenever, Wherever" and "Hips Don't Lie," with Shakira's iconic hip movements leaving the fans thrilled.

Between her powerful hits, the Colombian superstar took a moment to reflect on the night's greater purpose, reminding the Global Citizens in attendance of their collective efforts to end extreme poverty and protect the Amazon rainforest. Shakira's performance proved that she is a true force of nature, inspiring her pack to howl, dance, and believe in something bigger than themselves.