Forced To Change Lyrics Due to Gerard Pique, Shakira’s Diss Track Bears Uncanny Resemblance to Deceased Singer’s 45YO Song

The year 2023 began with a blaze of controversy for Colombian singer Shakira and soccer legend Gerard Pique. Amidst their highly publicized split, Shakira released a diss track titled ‘BZRP Music Session #53’ against Pique, which became an instant hit and fan favorite. However, what many may not know is that this song bears an uncanny resemblance to an old song sung by someone who unfortunately passed away.

The singer is the late Spanish singer María Jiménez, who this morning sadly passed away at the age of 73. Jiménez was one of Spain’s all-time greatest singers, enjoying a legendary career spanning decades. Despite her unfortunate demise, she left behind a rich musical legacy that continues to resonate with fans around the world.

The formula for Shakira’s diss track started from María Jiménez

Shakira, in her diss track, unleashed a torrent of lyrical attacks on Pique and his girlfriend Clara Chia Marti, with whom he allegedly cheated on the Colombian singer.

Lines like “When I needed you, you gave me the worst version of you“ and “You traded in a Ferrari for a Twingo” reveal Shakira’s unapologetic expression of her emotions.

Interestingly, this approach of using direct and confrontational lyrics in diss tracks was not invented by Shakira. One of María Jiménez’s most notable songs was released in 1978, titled ‘Se acabó’. In the song, she narrates her brave decision to put an end to an abusive relationship and also employed a similar tactic four decades ago.

The song caused a sensation upon its release, garnering both controversy and massive success for Jiménez. Lyrics from ‘Se acabó’ such as “It’s over because I set my mind to it and I suffered like no one else had ever suffered” demonstrate a striking parallel to Shakira’s diss track. Both songs express a determination to move on from toxic relationships, embodying a fierce spirit of self-empowerment and resilience.

While Shakira’s diss track undoubtedly brings a modern twist to the genre, it also pays homage to María Jiménez. However, the lyrics could have been even more cutting if not for the modifications made to the lyrics due to Gerard Pique’s involvement.

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Shakira had to change some lyrics to avoid legal troubles with Gerard Pique

After the success of ‘Bzrp Music session #53’, renowned songwriter Keityn revealed some behind-the-scenes details about the production of the viral track. He disclosed that the lyrics underwent multiple modifications to ensure a balanced result. According to him, “We removed strong things, we changed parts because then things could happen“.

He further added, “We changed the verses several times, we had to change them to be more meticulous”. It is clear the aim was to create a non-controversial and gentle tone. But it is still intriguing to ponder how the song would have sounded without these alterations.

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