My songs are the reflection of how I think and how I feel in that moment. But I’m conscious of the fact that artists have a responsibility before the masses and they have to take care with their words.
SHAKIRAGerard and I pretty much share all parenting responsibilities, although I’m definitely the disciplinarian.
More Shakira Quotes
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A man’s car is like an extension of their ego and their manhood.
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I never made it to the school choir because the music teacher didn’t like my voice.
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If it was up to me, I would just wear jeans and t-shirts, even to red carpets, but then no one would photograph me, so that would make me very sad. So you know, I’ve gotta keep up with the rest of the female population and sometimes try a little harder.
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When you feel complete, you don’t need to get married, and you don’t think about it.
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I adore my dad. He’s a 78-year-old man and my inspiration.
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I do take advantage of, you know, feeling sensual and feeling sexy.
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You can’t achieve anything in life without a small amount of sacrifice.
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I feel like there is a part of me that represents a minority in the U.S., a minority around the world. People who struggle, people who want to succeed with drive and ambition.
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What happens is once you start to understand football, you realise that it’s not just about the physical side of the game and chasing after a ball. It’s a strategic sport which requires a lot of intelligence. It’s a very mental game.
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I was five years old; I got addicted to being on stage. I felt like it was the most wonderful place on Earth, performing in front of an audience, who in this case were a bunch of classmates, kids my age.
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I think, that if you can prove the existence of God, it can only be proven through love.
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A good fragrance should have a certain personality that makes people identify the scent with you.
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I thank God that I’m a product of my parents. That they infected me with their intelligence and energy for life, with their thirst for knowledge and their love. I’m grateful that I know where I come from.
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I’ve written many love songs for Gerard. But it’s never enough. I feel that he deserves a million love songs written for him.
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When I finally did see him, he was even cuter than I imagined!
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