Illegal
Shakira, Carlos Santana
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Who would have thought that you could hurt me? The way you've done it So deliberate, so determined Since you have been gone I bite my nails for days and hours And question my own questions on and on Tell me now, tell me now Why you're so far away When I'm still so close You don't even know the meaning of the words 'I'm sorry' You said you would love me until you die And as far as I know, you're still alive, baby You don't even know the meaning of the words 'I'm sorry' I'm starting to believe it should be illegal to deceive a woman's heart I tried so hard to be attentive To all you wanted, always supportive, always patient What did I do wrong? I'm wondering for days and hours It's clear it isn't here where you belong Anyhow, anyhow I wish you both all of best I hope you get along You don't even know the meaning of the words 'I'm sorry' You said you would love me until you die And as far as I know, you're still alive, baby You don't even know the meaning of the words 'I'm sorry' I'm starting to believe it should be illegal to deceive a woman's heart You don't even know the meaning of the words 'I'm sorry' You said you would love me until you die And as far as I know, you're still alive, baby You don't even know the meaning of the words 'I'm sorry' I'm starting to believe it should be illegal to deceive a woman's heart Open heart, open heart It should be illegal to deceive a woman's heart Open heart, open heart It should be illegal to deceive a woman's heart
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Written by: LESTER MENDEZ, SHAKIRA ISABEL MEBARAK RIPOLL
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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12 facts about this song
Album Classification"Illegal" is a song from Shakira's seventh studio album called "Oral Fixation, Vol. 2" that was released in 2005.
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Genre ClassificationThe song falls under the genre of pop rock, incorporating a blend of pop melodies and rock instrumentation.
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Collaboration Fact"Illegal" features the guest appearance of renowned rock artist Carlos Santana, who contributed electric guitar riffs to the song.
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Track Listing Detail"Illegal" is track number 11 on the "Oral Fixation, Vol. 2" album.
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Theme and Lyrics ExplanationThe song's lyrics explore themes of love, heartbreak, and regret, with Shakira reminiscing about a love that is now "illegal" to her.
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Commercial PerformanceDespite not being released as a single in every country, the song still managed to chart in multiple countries, including the United Kingdom and the United States.
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Music Video FactThe music video for "Illegal" was directed by Jaume de Laiguana and features both Shakira and Carlos Santana.
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Critical ReceptionThe song received generally positive reviews from music critics, who praised Shakira's songwriting, emotional delivery, and Santana's guitar playing.
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Chart Performance"Illegal" reached the number one spot on the Billboard Hot Dance Club Play chart in the United States.
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Single ReleaseThe song was released as the third official single from "Oral Fixation, Vol. 2", following "Don't Bother" and "Hips Don't Lie".
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Live PerformancesShakira performed "Illegal" live at the 2006 MTV Europe Music Awards and included it in the setlist for her Oral Fixation Tour.
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Songwriting CreditsThe song was written by Shakira, with additional writing credits going to Lester Mendez and Jerry Duplessis.
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