My videos represent the artist in me very well, but not the kind of woman I am.

Writing songs has a therapeutic effect, and it either kills off love or wins the heart of the lover.

I like fragrances that have some sweetness to them. All three I have developed have that as a common element.

In the full light of day, I don't want to think about the sunset.

Writing in English was a major challenge. I didn't want other songwriters to write for me. I wanted to preserve the spirit of my songs in Spanish. I am the same Shakira in English as I am in Spanish.