Shakira and Maluma Drop Tropical Collaboration 'Agua' After Eight Years
Shakira and Maluma have released their new collaboration 'Agua', a merengue-infused track about desire and attraction. The song marks their first major duet since 2018's 'Clandestino' and comes with a music video directed by Hannah Lux Davis. The pair previously collaborated on hits like 'Chantaje' and 'Trap'.
The single arrives as the first joint studio effort from Shakira and Maluma in seven years, following their 2018 track “Clandestino.” Their history includes “Chantaje,” which dominated Billboard’s Hot Latin Songs chart for 11 weeks, and “Trap,” alongside a remix of Carlos Vives’ “La Bicicleta.” The new song’s production merges Caribbean percussion with modern pop, while the video, directed by Hannah Lux Davis, uses watery imagery and reflective surfaces to mirror the lyrics’ thirst metaphors. Both artists’ vocal interplay carries the flirtatious energy that defined their earlier collaborations.
This reunion could reinforce the enduring commercial appeal of Latin pop crossovers, potentially drawing longtime fans back to streaming platforms and boosting both artists’ chart visibility. The tropical sound may also resonate with audiences seeking escapist, upbeat music in a crowded release cycle. However, its impact likely remains within the existing fan base, as the song’s success depends on playlist placement and radio support rather than broader cultural shift.