Shakira has a way of keeping her audience on their toes, and her latest announcement is no exception. The Colombian superstar revealed this past weekend via Instagram that Ed Sheeran will join her on stage for the first time during her Las mujeres ya no lloran tour. The duet is set for her New York concerts in July 2026, marking a collaboration that fans have long dreamed of.
The Barranquilla-born artist shared the news with characteristic enthusiasm, calling the partnership one of the highlights of her upcoming U.S. run. Sheeran, known for his acoustic pop anthems and global appeal, brings a different texture to Shakira's setlist, which already blends Latin rhythms, rock, and dance-pop. The pairing feels unexpected yet natural—two artists who have built careers on crossing borders and genres.
Three Nights in New York
Shakira has scheduled three dates in the New York area as part of her national tour. She'll perform two nights in Brooklyn on July 20 and 21, followed by a show at Belmont Park on July 23. These concerts are part of a larger U.S. itinerary that runs through July 25, but the New York stops are the only ones confirmed to feature Sheeran so far.
The timing is ambitious. Shakira is also preparing for the FIFA World Cup opening ceremony on June 11, 2026, and will perform during the final's halftime show alongside Madonna and BTS. Balancing these massive sporting events with a demanding concert tour speaks to her relentless work ethic and her ability to command the world's biggest stages. For more on her World Cup legacy, check out Shakira's World Cup Journey: From 'Waka Waka' to Halftime History.
Her recent Latin American tour drew over two million people to Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, a testament to her enduring connection with fans across the region. She's also been shuttling between México City, where the World Cup tournament kicks off, and various U.S. cities, recording the official World Cup song Dai Dai along the way.
A Year of Milestones
Shakira's 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most eventful years of her career. Beyond the tour and World Cup duties, she's been making headlines for her business moves and legal victories. Her $350 million empire—built through real estate, catalog sales, and a Spanish court victory—shows she's as savvy offstage as she is on it.
The addition of Ed Sheeran to her New York shows is a reminder that Shakira continues to evolve, collaborating with artists who expand her musical universe. Sheeran, who has worked with Latin acts like J Balvin and Camila Cabello, brings a global pop sensibility that complements Shakira's Latin roots. Fans can expect a moment that bridges English and Spanish, acoustic and electric, intimate and stadium-sized.
For those who missed her earlier tour stops, the New York concerts offer a chance to see a performer at the peak of her powers, sharing the stage with one of pop's most reliable hitmakers. It's a pairing that feels both surprising and inevitable—much like Shakira herself.
