Anitta and Shakira Unite on 'Choka Choka,' Lead Single From Two-Act 'Equilibrivm' Out Thursday

Overview

• The collaboration, announced Monday, sets “Choka Choka” for release on Thursday, April 9, as the lead single from Anitta’s new album.
• Shakira amplified the rollout with social posts saying she is very excited and telling fans they “don’t know what’s coming,” fueling anticipation for the duet.
• Anitta makes her Saturday Night Live debut on April 11, with reports indicating the song will get its first TV performance on the show.
• Equilibrivm arrives April 16 as a two‑act album in Portuguese and in English/Spanish that explores love, self‑knowledge, and spirituality with references to candomblé.
• Fans are speculating about a joint moment at Shakira’s free Copacabana show on May 2, but organizers and both teams have not confirmed any appearance.