South African Grammy-winning superstar Tyla added another monumental achievement to her international career when she joined global icon Shakira on stage for a surprise duet at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center in New York City. The unexpected appearance took place during the “World Cup Edition” stop of Shakira’s Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour, sending thousands of fans in attendance into a frenzy as the two generations of pop royalty shared the stage.
Dressed in a striking turquoise fringed dress that contrasted beautifully with Shakira’s shimmering gold outfit, Tyla took the catwalk to deliver an energetic rendition of Shakira’s timeless 2006 smash hit, “Hips Don’t Lie”. The two superstars displayed undeniable chemistry, trading vocals and matching each other’s signature dance moves seamlessly alongside a troupe of dancers. Fans quickly highlighted the poetic timing of the moment on social media, noting that Tyla was only four years old when the chart-topping anthem was originally released.
The Brooklyn performance served as a celebration following the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where both stars had featured prominently during the tournament’s festivities. Prior to the show, Shakira had publicly expressed her admiration for the Tyla, describing her as an incredible artist and human being. For Tyla who was joined on the night’s guest lineup by fellow international heavyweights Ed Sheeran and Burna Boy, the joint performance further cements her standing as one of Africa’s premier global music exports and a defining voice of modern pop culture.
