Shakira on Empowering Women and Preserving Masculinity
Shakira shares her views on the impact of popular culture on gender roles, especially in movies like “Barbie,” emphasizing the importance of empowering women without diminishing men’s masculinity.
According to Shakira, her sons found “Barbie” emasculating, a sentiment she partly agreed with while advocating for men to feel powerful and women to be respected. She believes in giving women tools while preserving their essence and femininity without taking away men’s roles in society.
The singer stresses the idea of complementing one another in gender roles, suggesting a balance rather than one gender doing everything. She responds to questions about women doing it all by emphasizing the importance of sharing responsibilities with those who have a duty to carry them.
The controversy surrounding “Barbie” being accused of emasculating men was also noted by conservative figures during its release. However, director Greta Gerwig’s intention was to invite everyone to be part of the conversation and let go of limitations placed on both genders, with hopes for understanding and acceptance from all parties.
Celebrities like Marc Maron came out in support of the film, criticizing those who felt threatened by its themes as insecure. Shakira is currently promoting her new album, “Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran,” as she continues the conversation on gender empowerment and inclusivity in popular culture.
