All the Symbols and Secrets of Jennifer Lopez’s Tour You Didn’t Notice

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You’re not sad; you just need to go to a Jennifer Lopez concert. That’s what I’d tell any friend who’s not feeling their best—if it weren’t for the existential crisis that hits you when you leave the great JLo’s show wondering when you’ll ever see something of this caliber again. Because it’s official: live, it’s crystal clear why she’s one of the biggest divas in history; she’s completely on another level.

The singer of “On the Floor” proves with the first dates of her highly anticipated ‘Up All Night’ tour in Europe her star quality. Not just because of the hit-packed setlist she delivers (“This time I decided to include all my anti-love songs,” she joked to the audience during her Barcelona concert), but also due to her powerful vocal quality and a physical endurance I can’t explain even in my 20s. That said: I refuse to highlight the artist’s age here as is often done when talking about female music legends; she is eternal and omnipresent—no number can define her.

JLo stands out not only for her incredible, raw stage presence (she jumps, dances, does a backflip, sings a ballad, drops a reggaeton beat, twerks, hits a high note, and even pauses the show to talk to her audience in Spanish: “I’m trying to speak more Spanish, don’t get mad if I mess up,” she explained); she also shines with a commanding personality and a natural transparency that many international icons could only wish for.

The Celebration of Heartbreak: “I Don’t Want to Get Married,” as Bad Bunny Would Say

JLo began her Up All Night Tour with a mood of liberation and exuberant release. Not only through her song choices but also through the messages she shared throughout the show.

“Do I want to marry you?” she asked a fan holding a marriage proposal sign. “I think I’m done with that. I tried several times… whatever,” she laughed.

These kinds of jokes tied into previews of what is expected to be her next album, reflecting this theme: on one side, empowerment; on the other, reflection on self-love after a relationship. Despite disappointments in romance, JLo didn’t hesitate to shout at the Palau Sant Jordi that love, when it starts, “is the best thing ever!”

Jennifer and Sex: Liberation and Empowerment in a Turbulent Era

Amid a wave of reactionary movements on social media, JLo brings us to a place we should never leave: a zone of taboo-free expression of female desire. Like Madonna, Shakira, or Britney Spears before her, she paved the way for new generation icons to run free.

Jennifer Lopez performing live at Palau Sant Jordi on July 15, 2025, in Barcelona, Spain / Xavi Torrent

There’s a part of the show where Lopez uses a platform resembling a bed and performs a choreography with three dancers, perfectly exemplifying desire and lust. Well done, JLo!

Who Dresses Jennifer Lopez?

It’s no secret that the artist owns one of Hollywood’s most envied wardrobes. Few details are known about her outfits for the Up All Night Tour, but we can say she continues to rely on her trusted stylists: Rob Zangardi and Mariel Haenn.

The spectacular costumes she’s wearing during the tour in Spain come from designers like Kuwaiti designer Yousef Al-Jasmi, who has also dressed legends such as Beyoncé, Lady Gaga, Celine Dion, and Britney Spears, among others.

@los40usa 💫 @JLO brindando un bonito homenaje a España con super outfit y mantilla incluida. Los estilismos se atribuyen a Rob Zangardi y Mariel Haenn, y los espectaculares trajes que está llevando la artista durante la gira en nuestro país son de nombres como los de Yousef Al-jasmi, quien también ha vestido a otras leyendas como Beyoncé, Lady Gaga, Celine Dion o Britney Spears, entre otras #jenniferlopez #jlo #fashion #tour ♬ sonido original – LOS40USA

A Girl from the Neighborhood

Jennifer is at the top of the jet set, but she also embraces her humble roots, as she sings in “Jenny from the Block.” This single from This Is Me… Then (2002) is a declaration of identity, affirming that despite fame and fortune, she’s still the same humble girl from the Bronx (New York).

The phrase became a symbol of authenticity and pride in one’s origins. The video satirized media harassment but also sparked controversy affecting her relationship and career at the time.

At the concert, she even mixes this song with Freddie Mercury’s hit “We Will Rock You.”

Words After Canceling Her US Tour

The artist has used her public appearances to talk directly with fans and explain what she’s been thinking lately, including the process she went through after canceling her summer 2024 tour.

At the Barcelona show, Lopez said that period was “very hard” for her and her children, to whom she has sent a message during the tour.

@los40usa @JLO se abre sobre la cancelación de su gira pasada y manda un bonito mensaje a sus hijos #jlo #tour #spain ♬ sonido original – LOS40USA

Spanglish as a Symbol of Identity

One of the biggest expectations for Lopez is that, as a Latina artist, she speaks Spanish. What might not be so obvious, especially to Spanish-speaking audiences outside the US, is that in the US, Spanglish is spoken by millions.

It’s true that Spanglish is not officially recognized as its own language, but it’s a blend of Spanish and English primarily used by Latino communities in the US, reflecting their bicultural identity. It’s a cultural symbol that allows millions to keep their Hispanic roots while adapting to an English-speaking environment, but it also highlights linguistic clash and assimilation dynamics in public life.

Spanglish is common in everyday life, music, media, and literature, representing a form of linguistic resistance and pride. It’s estimated that 35 to 40 million people use it regularly, especially among second- and third-generation Latino youth. It’s characteristic of artists living in the US but with Latino family roots, like Pedro Pascal or Camila Cabello.