Dia de enero

The song Día de enero stands out for its intimate and personal narrative, where Shakira shares the story of how she met her then-partner, Antonio de la Rúa, on a January day. Through its lyrics, memories of love intertwine with references to popular culture, mentioning the comic characters "Eneas y Benitín." Additionally, the song reflects the complexity of their relationship, marked by the challenges they faced during the Argentine crisis of 2001. A notable verse alludes to the variations of Spanish, showcasing the richness of the language and cultural diversity.

Recorded for her album Fijación oral vol. 1, released in 2005, Día de enero was produced by Shakira herself alongside Lester Méndez. The song was released as a single in Latin America in early 2006 and, although it did not reach the Hot 100, it managed to position itself in the Top 40 of the Hot Latin Tracks and remained in the Top 5 of the América Top 100 for five weeks, reaching number one in two of them. The music video, directed by Jaume de La Iguana, was filmed on the beaches of California and has amassed over 269 million views on YouTube, highlighting its visual and sound impact. The production of this album, which combines Latin pop with rock elements, marks a return to her Spanish roots after her success in English with Laundry Service.