Día de Enero

Shakira wrote "Día de Enero" as a love letter to Antonio de la Rúa, the son of Argentina's former president Fernando de la Rúa. The song addresses the public scrutiny their relationship faced during Argentina's 2001 economic crisis, when Antonio's father was in power. Released on January 19, 2006, as the third single from her album Fijación Oral Vol. 1, the track blends soft rock with Shakira's signature Latin pop style. Critics praised its clever, heartfelt lyrics, drawing comparisons to Alanis Morissette and Natalia Lafourcade. The song became her 20th top-ten hit on the US Latin Pop Airplay chart and performed especially well in Argentina. The music video, directed by frequent collaborator Jaume de Laiguana, was shot in California and depicts a casual day in Shakira's life, emphasizing intimacy over spectacle.

The song's acoustic-driven arrangement, featuring guitar and subtle percussion, distinguishes it from the more dance-oriented tracks on the album. Its lyrics include a direct reference to the political turmoil in Argentina, a rare move for a mainstream pop single. "Día de Enero" was nominated for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance at the 2006 Latin Grammy Awards but lost to "La Trampa," another Shakira song from the same album. The track has been covered by artists such as Yuridia and San Alejo, and saw a resurgence in streaming during the COVID-19 pandemic as listeners connected with its themes of intimacy and resilience.[edit]