Shakira Joins Beyoncé, Madonna, and other music legends as recipient of MTV’s Video Vanguard Award
Written by WOM writer on September 13, 2023
She rendered an epic 10-minute performance.
Shakira has made history by becoming the first South American artist to receive MTV’s Video Vanguard Award. The four-time VMAs winner was presented with the honor by Wyclef Jean on Tuesday night, who called her a “musical genius.” In her acceptance speech, Shakira thanked MTV for their support throughout her career: “I want to thank people who have played a key role in my visual history. Friends, very dear friends, and creative partners, who I simply can’t live without.”
Prior to accepting the honor, Shakira gave an epic 10-minute performance featuring a medley of her greatest hits, including “Whenever, Wherever,” “Hips Don’t Lie” and more. The set not only saw the audience on their feet dancing along, but Shakira also crowd surfed at one point.
Video Vanguard recipient Shakira performs her top hits at the 2023 #VMAs pic.twitter.com/7snWebNZEe
— The Hollywood Reporter (@THR) September 13, 2023
Throughout her career, Shakira has continued to break music records. This year alone, she became the first female singer to debut in the Top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100 with a Spanish-language track with “BZRP Music Sessions Vol. 53” and then with “TQG” a month later. She also made history in the Top 3 spots on the Billboard Latin Pop Airplay Chart.
“Shakira is a true global force who continues to inspire and influence the masses with her unique, musical prowess. She’s a trailblazer for women around the world & one of the first artists to lead the globalization of Latin music,” said Bruce Gillmer, president of music, music talent, programming and events, paramount and chief content officer, music, Paramount+. “Her massive impact across the musical landscape will be long lasting as she continues to create and entertain at the highest level.”
Shakira accepts the Video Vanguard award at the 2023 #VMAs pic.twitter.com/SKkikft9Zu
— The Hollywood Reporter (@THR) September 13, 2023
She joins Beyoncé, Madonna and others
Shakira joins a prestigious list of Video Vanguard Award recipients, including Beyoncé, Nicki Minaj, Madonna, Janet Jackson, LL Cool J, Jennifer Lopez, Rihanna, Justin Timberlake and Missy Elliott. David Bowie, The Beatles and director Richard Lester shared the honor at the first VMAs in 1984.
The 2023 VMAs aired live from New Jersey’s Prudential Center on Tuesday. Shakira was nominated for four awards this year, including best collaboration, best Latin (two noms in the category) and artist of the year. This latest achievement cements her status as one of the most influential musicians of our time.
Shakira, the MTV Video Vanguard Winner. pic.twitter.com/ZDO7TTsfkP
— shakirastuff | fan account (@shakirastuff_) September 13, 2023
Source: marca.com
