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| Sale el Sol | |
|---|---|
| Name | Sale el Sol |
| Type | studio |
| Artist | Shakira |
| Released | 19 October 2010 |
| Recorded | 2009–2010 |
| Length | 43:40 |
| Label | Epic Records, Sony Music Colombia |
| Producer | Shakira, Luis Fernando Ochoa, John Hill, Lester Mendez, Bruno Mars, The Neptunes |
| Prev title | She Wolf |
| Prev year | 2009 |
| Next title | Live from Paris |
| Next year | 2011 |
Sale el Sol is the tenth studio album by Colombian singer-songwriter Shakira, released on 19 October 2010 through Epic Records and Sony Music Colombia. Marking a return to Latin pop and rock influences after the electropop of She Wolf, the record integrates elements of reggaeton, bachata, merengue, and bolero with rock instrumentation and acoustic textures. It was produced by a mix of longtime collaborators and contemporary hitmakers, and supported by international tours, television performances, and multiple singles that became staples on Billboard Latin charts.
Following the global campaign for She Wolf and the promotional cycle that included appearances on Saturday Night Live, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, and headlining spots at festivals such as I Heart Radio Festival, Shakira sought a more grounded sound. She reconvened with early-career producers including Luis Fernando Ochoa and collaborators from Laundry Service era sessions while also working with contemporary figures like The Neptunes, Bruno Mars, and John Hill. Recording sessions took place between 2009 and 2010 in studios across Miami, Barcelona, and Los Angeles, and involved musicians associated with Carlos Vives, Juanes, and producers credited on projects by Rihanna, Beyoncé, and Santana. The album's title was chosen during the final stages of mixing and mastering with engineers who had worked on records for Adele and Coldplay.
Sale el Sol blends Latin pop with rock, acoustic balladry, and urban rhythms, reflecting influences from Cali, Valle del Cauca roots, Caribbean music, and mainstream pop. Lyrically, the album ranges from intimate reflections on motherhood and relationships to socially conscious lines recalling themes addressed by Gustavo Petro-era Colombian discourse and Latin American artistic movements. Tracks deploy instrumentation associated with Andean music, tropicalia-inspired percussion, electric guitar tones reminiscent of Carlos Santana sessions, and string arrangements akin to those used by Ennio Morricone-influenced cinematic pop. The record features guest backing vocalists from scenes around Barranquilla and session players who have recorded with artists such as Marc Anthony, Alejandro Sanz, and Thalía.
Epic Records announced the album release with coordinated campaigns across markets including Spain, Mexico, Argentina, United States, and Colombia. Shakira promoted Sale el Sol with televised performances on programs like The X Factor (UK), Dancing with the Stars (U.S.), and festivals including Rock in Rio and benefit events tied to organizations such as UNICEF and foundations associated with Pies Descalzos Foundation. A world tour accompanied the release, featuring arenas and stadiums in cities like Madrid, Buenos Aires, New York City, Miami, and São Paulo, and production teams with prior credits for Madonna and U2.
The lead single, "Loca", was released in both Spanish and English versions featuring artists linked to international charts, and incorporated elements of merengue and reggaeton; it charted on Billboard Hot Latin Songs and in European markets including Spain and Switzerland. The second single, "Sale el Sol" (title track), emphasized rock and acoustic arrangements and received radio play across Latin America and Europe. Additional singles such as "Rabiosa" (featuring artists who have collaborated with Pitbull and David Guetta), "Antes de las Seis" and "Addicted to You" showcased the album’s range from ballads to dance-pop and charted on regional charts like Monitor Latino and Promusicae.
Critics praised Sale el Sol for returning to Shakira’s Latin roots, drawing favorable comparisons to earlier albums including Dónde Están los Ladrones? and Laundry Service. Reviews in publications that have covered albums by Paul McCartney, Katy Perry, and Lady Gaga highlighted Shakira’s songwriting and vocal delivery, while some critics noted the album’s eclecticism as uneven when juxtaposed with mainstream pop production. End-of-year lists from media outlets that review works by Coldplay and Adele included the album in regional Latin categories, and it received nominations at awards ceremonies such as the Latin Grammy Awards and the Billboard Latin Music Awards.
Sale el Sol debuted at high positions on national charts, reaching number one in Mexico and Spain, and entering the top ten in markets like Argentina, Chile, and the United States Billboard 200. It achieved multi-platinum certifications in countries where Shakira traditionally sells strongly, with certifications awarded by bodies such as PROMUSICAE and AMPROFON. Singles from the album reached the summit of various Latin airplay and sales charts, contributing to global album sales that placed the release among the best-selling Latin albums of the year in markets tracked by IFPI.
1. "Sale el Sol" – rock/pop ballad with electric guitar arrangements; contributors include producers linked to Lester Mendez and Luis Fernando Ochoa 2. "Loca" (Spanish version) – merengue/reggaeton fusion; featuring collaborators from Latin pop circuits 3. "Addicted to You" – dance-pop with electronic touches; co-written with writers who have credits with Bruno Mars 4. "Antes de las Seis" – acoustic balladry with string arrangement engineers from Los Angeles studios 5. "Rabiosa" – uptempo Latin dance track featuring guest vocals and production ties to urban producers 6. "Devoción" – mid-tempo track with Caribbean percussion influences 7. "Mariposas" – folk-tinged arrangement referencing Colombian coastal music traditions 8. "Tu Diálogo" – piano-driven ballad with orchestral flourishes 9. "Lo Que Más" – closing track mixing introspective lyrics and rock instrumentation (Track order may vary by edition; deluxe editions include remixes and live versions sold in markets such as Japan and Brazil.)
- Shakira – lead vocals, songwriting, executive production; collaborator with producers linked to Epic Records and Sony Music - Luis Fernando Ochoa – producer, guitar; longstanding collaborator from early Shakira records - Bruno Mars – co-writer/co-producer on selected tracks; associated with hits for Bruno Mars and Mark Ronson - The Neptunes – production on select uptempo cuts; members include producers who worked with N.E.R.D. and Pharrell Williams - John Hill – producer and programming; credited on projects by Santigold and Florence + The Machine - Session musicians – string players, percussionists, and guitarists who have recorded with Carlos Vives, Marc Anthony, and Alejandro Sanz - Engineers and mixers – professionals with credits on albums for Adele, Coldplay, and Madonna - Mastering – final mastering completed by engineers who have worked for labels such as Columbia Records and RCA Records
Category:2010 albums Category:Shakira albums