India, Feb. 2 -- She has performed for millions around the world, met with presidents and global policymakers, but Colombian singer Shakira once admitted that her most daunting challenge happens at home. She noted a sharp contrast between her professional composure and her private anxieties as a parent. Also read | Quote of the day by Aishwarya Rai: 'I think the biggest strength lies in one's ability to say no'

In a vulnerable moment during a panel discussion in 2015, Shakira opened up about the complexities of parenting, labelling motherhood as a task more intimidating than any music tour. On her 49th birthday on February 2, 2026, let us look back at one of her most honest and relatable quotes about motherhood.

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