Shakira wanted to end her European residency in Madrid on a high note, and for her milestone 13th concert, she chose to surround herself with a massive circle of great friends and collaborators. The grand finale of her extended run featured guest appearances from Maluma, Laura Pausini, Béle, Dani Martín, and Bizarrap, creating an unforgettable atmosphere. The night also showcased vibrant dancers from the Carnival of Barranquilla, an elaborate drone display in the night sky, and a visibly emotional Colombian superstar bidding a heartfelt farewell to an adoring Spanish crowd.
"There has been a before and after for me. It’s all felt like a dream, and honestly, I don’t want to leave," the global superstar told the capacity audience during the evening’s emotional proceedings. "It’s going to be very, very hard to leave Spain again."
Originally slated for just eight dates, the concert series at Macondo Park grew significantly due to unprecedented demand, ultimately expanding to a staggering 13 shows. The final stretch culminated in four consecutive, high-energy performances held from October 9 through October 12. The grand finale notably coincided with Spain’s National Day, known as Día de la Hispanidad, serving as a massive cultural cross-section where Latin culture was celebrated strongly throughout the festivities.
Announced just a week prior to its execution under the moniker "The Last Dance," Monday night’s concert brought the historic residency to its official close. From the moment she took the stage, Shakira made it clear that she was leaving everything she had out in the open for her fans.
"I’ve prepared so many, many surprises for you tonight," Shakira teased the crowd shortly after launching into her set. "Tonight, I’m not holding anything back. I’m going to give you everything, everything, everything I have, because there’s nothing like when a she-wolf meets her pack."
The parade of surprise guests kicked off with Colombian reggaeton star Maluma, who made his second consecutive nightly appearance to perform their massive hits "Chantaje" and "Agua" alongside the headliner. The chemistry between the two artists was immediate and playful, leading to a lighthearted exchange on stage.
"We’ve already done four songs together; we should form a group called Shaluma," Shakira joked to her compatriot. Maluma happily leaned into the bit, replying that he was more than ready to create many more songs with her in the future.
Midway through the extensive set, Shakira paused the musical proceedings for several extended minutes to directly address the crowd. She took the time to express deep gratitude to the audience and everyone who worked behind the scenes to make what she described as one of the most important projects of her entire career a reality.
"This residency has been historic for me," she reflected, opening up about the personal hurdles she faced during the weeks leading up to and during the run. She candidly shared that she had navigated difficult moments, including ongoing concerns regarding her father’s health and various other personal challenges. Shakira credited the unwavering energy and love of the audience with giving her the necessary strength to step out onto the stage every single night "with total joy and a full heart."
"You’ve made me feel like I’m just starting my career, and I will never forget that," she added, her voice carrying clear emotion.
The superstar extended her heartfelt thanks to every individual and corporate entity that helped bring Macondo Park and the surrounding themed pop-up city to life. She specifically shouted out Sony Music, Live Nation, her dedicated management team, and the countless musicians and dancers who brought the vision to life. According to Shakira’s production figures, more than 10,000 people worked tirelessly behind the scenes on the massive production of the show and the sprawling themed city built adjacent to the stadium.
In a particularly poignant moment of the evening, Shakira offered a public thank-you to her ex-partner and current close collaborator, Antonio de la Rúa. Introducing him to the crowd, she praised his vital support throughout the tour and his extensive work handling the intricate creative details and overall creation of the ambitious project, calling him "a great friend, a soul friend."
Following the heartfelt acknowledgments, Italian music icon Laura Pausini stepped onto the stage, described by Shakira as "the cherry on top" of the evening. Pausini had previously appeared during one of the early nights of the residency, and her return for the finale was met with thunderous applause. Before the two powerhouse vocalists delivered a stirring duet of Shakira’s classic ballad "Antología," Pausini took a moment to address the audience directly. She emphasized the profound impact that Shakira’s enduring career has had on younger generations of musicians and performers across the globe.
"You are a lesson for so many," Pausini told her friend and colleague. "Just imagine our younger colleagues who see the immense example that you are of a long and very solid career."
The musical parade continued with the arrival of Dani Martín, the former frontman of El Canto del Loco and one of the most celebrated figures in Spanish pop-rock. Martín joined Shakira for a rousing rendition of "Te Dejo Madrid." Shakira introduced the beloved local artist with a clever nod to the song’s famous lyrics, telling the stadium, "Today, I’m going to sing this with a Madrileño who won’t break my heart."
Shortly after, urban artist Béle stepped up to perform "Algo Tú" alongside the host. Simultaneously, a troupe of traditional dancers from the Carnival of Barranquilla flooded the stage, injecting the venue with the vibrant, unmistakable colors and rhythms of Shakira’s Colombian hometown. The cultural fusion reached another high point when Ghetto Kids emerged for a high-octane performance of "Dai Dai," turning the venue into an explosive, colorful celebration that honored both Latin heritage and the local Spanish holiday.
Reflecting on the sheer scale of the undertaking, Shakira marveled at how far the residency had grown since its initial planning stages.
"When they proposed doing eight concerts here in Madrid, I thought it would be impossible," Shakira shared with the crowd. "And look, today is our 13th show. Someone pinch me, please, so I know if this is real or not."
According to official figures shared by the artist, an estimated 700,000 people attended the performances at the purpose-built Shakira Stadium over the course of the entire extended residency. The massive cultural impact of the event was visible not just in the ticket sales, but in the audience itself. Throughout the residency’s run, fans paid homage to the superstar by donning purple wigs and wearing signature chain belts adorned with coins, echoing some of the most iconic visual eras of Shakira’s decades-long career.
As the final night drew toward its conclusion, the technological spectacle matched the emotional high. Dozens of synchronized drones filled the night sky above Macondo Park, first illuminating the darkness with the shape of a magnificent she-wolf—a nod to her iconic persona—before transforming into a giant "12+1" formation to permanently mark the unique numeric milestone of the final evening.
Even after all the guest stars, speeches, and visual displays, one final surprise remained in store. Argentine producer Bizarrap made a surprise appearance for the grand finale, stepping up behind the turntable to perform "Shakira: Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 53" alongside the singer. The energetic collaboration kept the party atmosphere alive right up until the final moments of "The Last Dance," bringing nearly a month of historical performances in Madrid to an unforgettable, spectacular close.
