The singer, who has Lebanese roots on her father’s side, posted on Instagram about the move from Barcelona, saying it marks a “new chapter” in her life

Following a much-reported-on breakup with former football Gerard Piqué, Colombian superstar Shakira is moving to Miami with their two sons. 

The singer, who has Lebanese roots on her father’s side, posted on Instagram about the move from Barcelona, saying it marks a “new chapter” in her life. 

“I settled in Barcelona to give my children stability, the same that we are now looking for in another corner of the world next to family, friends and the sea,” she posted, adding: “Today we begin a new chapter in the search for your happiness.” 

“Thanks to everyone who surfed so many waves with me there in Barcelona, the city where I learned that friendship is undoubtedly longer than love. Thanks to everyone who encouraged me there, dried my tears, inspired me and made me grow. Thanks to my Spanish audience who have always covered me with their love and loyalty.” 

Shakira and Piqué had been together for twelve years and share two children: Milan, 9 and Sasha, 7.