Brazilian pop powerhouse Anitta has officially confirmed that Shakira will feature on one of the most anticipated tracks from her upcoming album Equilibrivm. The collaboration, titled “Choka choka,” is already shaping up to be a defining moment in Latin pop this year.
Set for release on April 16, Equilibrivm marks a bold new chapter in Anitta’s international trajectory. The album will feature songs in Portuguese, Spanish, and English, reinforcing her commitment to a global audience while staying rooted in her Brazilian identity.
© Backgrid/The Grosby GroupA Social Media Reveal That Sparked Immediate Frenzy
The announcement came directly from Anitta via Instagram, where she shared a visually striking post that instantly caught fans’ attention. The image, styled like a tarot card, portrays both artists symbolically: Shakira under the sun and Anitta under the moon.
The visual alone hinted at a powerful duality, blending distinct artistic energies into one project.
In her caption, Anitta expressed genuine excitement about working with Shakira and tagged the Colombian icon, confirming the collaboration and revealing the track’s title. Within minutes, fans flooded the comments with reactions, theories, and anticipation.
The response was immediate and intense. Followers began speculating whether “Choka choka” could debut live during Shakira’s upcoming free concert on May 2 at Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro. While no official confirmation has been made, the timing and location have fueled expectations for a surprise performance that could easily become a viral cultural moment.
Inside Equilibrivm: A Strategic Global Release
Anitta first announced Equilibrivm last week, aligning the reveal with her 33rd birthday. The album’s stylized title emphasizes the Roman numeral “IV,” signaling her fourth project specifically designed for the international market.
© Alexander Tamargo/Telemundo viaThis detail reflects a carefully planned evolution in her career, positioning her as a consistent global force rather than a regional breakout artist. Over the past few years, Anitta has steadily expanded her reach, collaborating across genres and languages to build a diverse fan base.
The album will be released in two distinct phases. The first phase will focus on Brazilian audiences, featuring tracks in Portuguese that explore genres deeply connected to her roots, including funk, samba, and reggae.
Confirmed collaborators for the Portuguese-language portion include Luedji Luna and Rincon Sapiência, both respected names in Brazil’s contemporary music scene.
Equilibrivm follows Anitta’s 2024 album Funk Generation, a project that further cemented her reputation as a genre-blending innovator.
