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Who sang Clandestino?

Shakira released the song Clandestino. Date of release: 2018.

Release date: 2018

Duration: 03:52

The story of the song ' Clandestino '

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The meaning of the song 'Clandestino ', based on the lyrics

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🎶 Clandestino song analysis

In these words, the protagonist is in a secret relationship with her partner and they know that it is not a good idea to let others know about their love. They both enjoy the pleasure of hiding their love, but also feel guilty. Despite the complications, they cannot resist the deep love they have for each other. The lyrics repeat that their love is clandestine and that they must be careful not to get caught, but they are willing to take the risk.

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This explanation is based on the lyrics of ‘Clandestino’. The meaning is of course subject to interpretation.

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Shakira - Short Biography

Shakira, affectionately known as the "Queen of Latin Music," began recording at the age of 13 with Sony Music Colombia. Her first two albums were not commercially successful, but it was her next two albums that brought her success. Shakira broke into the English-speaking market with her fifth album, Laundry Service, which has sold over 13 million copies worldwide. Widely regarded as a pioneer in expanding the reach of Latin music, she has become an international superstar and a role model for aspiring singers around the world.

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"Clandestino" is a collaboration between two famous Colombian singers, Shakira and Maluma, released in June 2018 as a standalone single. The two artists worked on the song together in Spain in April 2018, and the song was written and produced by both of them and Edgar Barrera. Originally slated to be the first single from Shakira's twelfth studio album, the song was later dropped from the album for unknown reasons, according to Rolling Stone. Despite this setback, "Clandestino" was a huge hit in many Latin American countries, reaching number one in Colombia, Costa Rica, Bolivia, Mexico, Panama, Paraguay, Puerto Rico and Uruguay.

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