Shakira has never been one to play it safe on stage, but her “Las mujeres ya no lloran” tour has turned into something far bigger and far more intimate than anyone expected. The Colombian powerhouse is currently lighting up Buenos Aires with the “Estoy Aquí” leg of the tour, and fans in Argentina just received one of the most emotional, heart-melting surprises of the entire run. This one involved two small superstars in training.
The show opened with a familiar touch that has already become a signature of the tour: Shakira’s sons, Milan and Sasha, appearing on the giant screens as she performs “Acróstico.” The song is practically stitched from pieces of her healing process after her separation and her decision to leave Barcelona behind.
But in Buenos Aires, Shakira decided to take things several steps further. During the song that symbolizes the great before-and-after of her life with Gerard Piqué, Milan and Sasha walked out on stage.
Clips of the moment have exploded across social media. You can practically hear the collective gasp ripple across the stadium as concertgoers realize the boys are actually there in person. During concerts, they usually appear onscreen.
Mini Style Icons in the Making
Because the internet always zooms in, fashion fans were quick to note that Milan and Sasha rocked lilac jackets and pants paired with crisp white shirts and matching sneakers. It’s a coordinated look that felt stylish yet effortless, and it even echoed their outfits from the “Zootopia 2” premiere. Shakira, who voices the iconic Gazelle, brought her kids into the booth again for the film, making the lilac callback feel like a sweet inside family moment.
© Getty Images for DisneyComments flooded in: “Beautiful, the talent they inherited from their mother is undeniable,” a fan wrote. While another added: “What an incredible moment for Argentinians.” The general consensus is that Argentina got a moment that the rest of the world is now deeply jealous of.
A Heartfelt Tribute to Gustavo Cerati
As if emotions weren’t already running high, Shakira carved out a moment to honor a dear friend and one of Latin America’s most beloved musical legends: Gustavo Cerati. Buenos Aires is where Cerati died on September 4, 2014, after more than four years in a coma caused by a stroke he suffered in Caracas. He was 55. Find here Shakira’s tribute in Spanish.
To pay tribute, Shakira performed “Día Especial,” the track she co-wrote with Cerati and Luis Fernando Ochoa for her album “Fijación Oral.” She first performed it in Spain, but bringing it back to Buenos Aires, the homeland of her friend and collaborator, carried a weight that was felt throughout the venue.
On Instagram, she shared a clip of the performance along with a message that hit straight in the heart. She recalled how Cerati always made her feel like every moment was special.
© Getty Images for Global CitizenIt’s not the first time she has honored him publicly. When Cerati passed in 2014, she wrote a message on X expressing her love for him and the music they still dreamed of creating together. She closed that tribute with his own words: “I will use love as a bridge,” a line that now feels even more fitting as she continues singing his legacy across borders.
A Tour That Keeps Writing New Stories
Shakira’s “Las mujeres ya no lloran tour” was already shaping up to be one of her most ambitious undertakings. Buenos Aires just raised the bar again. Between the emotional surprises, the family warmth, the fashion moments, and a tribute that connected generations of fans, the Argentine capital gifted Shakira a night she will never forget. And judging by the avalanche of posts online, neither will anyone else.
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