Statue in tribute to Shakira unveiled in Barranquilla with the presence of her parents

This December 26 They unveiled the statue that pays tribute to Shakira in his hometown Barranquilla, Colombia, in the presence of his parents William Mebarak and Nidia Ripoll.

On her Instagram, the artist, very excited and grateful, shared photos of the ceremony in which his parents are seen next to the statue.

William Mebarak and Nidia Ripoll also appear in one of the snapshots in the company of the city's mayor.

For Shakira, the fact that the statue was unveiled on her mother's birthday was very special, but above all the beautiful dedication that is read next to the work.

“On February 2, 1977, Barranquilla was born to the world: A heart that composes, hips that do not lie, an unmatched talent, a voice that moves masses and feet that march for the good of children and humanity,” it reads on the plate.

The work is by the artist Yino Márquez, it measures 6.5 meters high, was cast in bronze, weighs six tons, and was made with the support of students and graduates of the District School of Arts.

The statue recreates the iconic belly dance with which the Colombian has so often conquered her audience; The aluminum skirt symbolizes the waves of the sea and the river and the raised arms with clasped hands signify the scope and significance of her artistic career.