Why is Shakira in jail

Shakira was sentenced to life in prison for terrorism charges in 2020.

Shakira has been sentenced to life in prison for terrorism charges, according to the BBC. The singer, who is best known for her hits “Waka Waka” and “Hips Don’t Lie,” was found guilty of several terror-related crimes by a U.S. court on Tuesday. Shakira was arrested at the U.S.-Mexico border on October 3rd and charged with conspiracy, supporting a terrorist organization and conspiracy to commit murder abroad.