Music star Shakira is ushering in the new year with the hopes of healing and looking on to the future. Shakira’s New Year goodwill message came with a subtle hint addressing the tumultuous end of her long-term relationship with the football star Gerard Pique.

Shakira Pens A New Year Message

The Grammy-winning singer penned a lengthy message addressing fans in her native Spanish language on Instagram. She drew fans’ attention to a thought-provoking theme that alluded to wounds and healing. The singer started;

The Hips Don’t Lie crooner has fans hope that there were more people than bad people. She emphasized the presence of more empathetic people than indolent ones. She went further, stating that “our tears were not a waste, but instead they water the soil where the future will be born.”

Shakira appeared to subtly address the heartbreak she recently faced with her long-time boyfriend, Gerard Pique. She concluded her message: “So in the midst of heartbreak, we can continue to love.”

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Inside Shakira And Gerard Pique’s Past Relationship

In the weeks leading up to the new year, Shakira has had to endure the aftermath of a blow in her family. The singer ended her relationship with Pique after 11 years and two kids. The former power couple released a joint statement announcing their split.

Although the pair have not opened up on why they chose to go their separate ways, reports surfaced showing that Pique cheated. The 45-year-old was said to have caught him having an affair.

The Waka Waka star and the professional footballer share two sons, Sasha and Milan, who are seven and nine, respectively. The most recent update on Shakira and Pique’s split showed that they have worked out a custody arrangement that suited them.