Written for RDP where Lou asks us to
get creative with the word “gyrate”.
Thanks, Lou! Here’s where the prompt took me.
Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll (born February 2, 1977) is a Colombian/Lebanese singer, songwriter, and dancer recognized as the top-selling female Latin artist of all time, known for global hits like “Whenever, Wherever” and “Hips Don’t Lie”. Rising to international fame with her unique blend of Latin, rock, and Middle Eastern rhythms, she has sold over 95 million records and won multiple Grammy awards. Shakira frequently blends Latin pop with Arab/Middle Eastern influences, reflecting her heritage, and is known for her belly dancing.
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This is “Ojos Así” by Shakira
Everything on The Elephant’s Trunk was created by me, unless otherwise indicated. Thanks for your consideration. NAR©2017-present.
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I simply adore her voice 💜💜💜
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She’s great, Willow. Thanks! 💜
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Didn’t understand a single word but the music was good and the dance is a great hook.
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I’m right there with you, Ernie! Thanks very much. 😌
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I loved her music
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Me too, Sadje!
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👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
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You don’t even wanna know how old I was when I figured out what “the hips don’t lie” meant…..
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She’s showing the guy she’s interested.
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She’s very adept at sign language!
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A belly dancer picked me out of the audience and asked me to dance with her, but I was too shy to do it.
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Understandable! Getting up on stage is not for everyone, and if you had a pleasurable reaction to the belly dancer, it might’ve been obvious to everyone in the room! 😉
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I was tripping on acid and just wanted to watch.
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Right there with you.
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Thanks, Jolene. Shakira is great, isn’t she!
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She is. 💃
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