Colombiana Shakira has been defending her right, to sing in English. She’s been striking back against those that criticize her decision to crossover and sing in English. Shaki says que:

…ella canta en inglés porque se trata de estar abierta a otras culturas y de construir puentes.

I’m sure the money doesn’t hurt either and bueno why should it? As much as artists want to defend their artistic integrity, they are also doing a job and doing a job means getting paid. For Latino stars getting paid more means playing to English speaking consumers. I mean if she really wants to build bridges and be open to other cultures, when is her Chinese album coming out? Do your thing mujer, just make sure you don’t alienate those who supported you when you were running around with los pies descalzos.

Via / la Segunda