Shakira’s ‘Copa Vacia’ Behind The Scenes Accidents
The Colombian singer shared her encounter with a rat and when the fish tank broke while shooting
Shakira’s most recent songs has contained subtle references to Gerard Piqué. Ever since the announcement of their separation, rumors of the former soccer player’s alleged infidelity with Clara Chía have surfaced, and through her music, the Colombian artist has shared some insights of their breakup.
‘Copa Vacía’ is Shakira’s latest collaboration with Manuel Turizo, and its lyrics narrate the tale of a woman who sacrificed everything for love, only to find herself feeling isolated and unloved.
In the music video, she portrays a mermaid, symbolizing how a man took her away from her natural environment due to his selfishness, ultimately discarding her like trash. The video and lyrics encapsulate the emotional journey of someone dealing with the heartbroken feelings of a failed relationship.
Rat!
Shakira has shared through her social media some behind the scenes of the video. In one of her posts, she’s seen lying in the garbage when something catches the corner of her eye. To her horror, she discovers an enormous rat making its way towards her, making her let out a tremendous scream.
Terrified, she tried to get up, but her mermaid tail made it difficult for her to move. Although the rodent was meant to be part of the scene, she never anticipated it would come so close.
Fish Tank
During an interview with Primer Impacto, Shakira shared a scary story from the filming of the «Copa Vacía» music video. The fish tank on the set broke, and water started flooding in. Because she was wearing a mermaid tail, she couldn’t easily escape. Luckily, the crew used a crane to get her out of there safely.
What adds an interesting twist to the story is that Turizo actually told her that the fish tank would break. She dismissed the idea, assuming that the production had impeccable safety measures in place. However, much to her surprise, Turizo’s prediction turned out to be accurate.
Despite the unexpected challenges and the mess on set, ‘Copa Vacía’ has been a massive hit with 53 million views on YouTube within just three weeks of its release. The single’s popularity serves as a testament to Shakira’s resilience and the dedication of her fans who continue to support her no matter the circumstances.