Millions sway as Shakira concert lights up Copacabana
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Key Points:
- Shakira performed a free concert on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, attracting an estimated 2 million fans, making it one of the largest shows of her career.
- The 49-year-old Colombian singer expressed her long-held dream of performing at Copacabana and engaged the crowd with hits like "Hips Don't Lie," "La Tortura," and "La Bicicleta."
- Fans traveled long distances, some crossing borders and camping overnight on the beach to secure spots close to the stage, highlighting the event's high demand and excitement.
- Rio Mayor Eduardo Cavaliere praised the event as historic and noted the concert is expected to generate over $160 million in local economic activity.
- The massive turnout follows a trend of large-scale beach concerts in Rio, previously seen with artists like Madonna and Lady Gaga.
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