Girl Like Me Black Eyed Peas and Shakira song

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"Girl Like Me" is a collaborative single between Black Eyed Peas and singer-songwriter Shakira, released on December 4, 2020. The song was written by multiple artists, including will.i.am, Fergie, and others, with additional contributions from producers like Polow da Don and J.R. Rotem. It features a mix of English and Spanish lyrics and an anthemic pop-reggae fusion style.

The track quickly gained popularity, debuting at number 37 on the Billboard Digital Songs chart in December 2020 and peaking at number 67 on the Hot 100. It also topped Billboard's Latin Airplay chart and reached the top ten in several countries, including Mexico, France, Romania, Belgium, and across North Africa.

The music video, directed by Rich Lee, was released simultaneously with the song and starred Shakira on a skateboard alongside Black Eyed Peas and backup dancers performing retro-futuristic choreography. The video went viral on TikTok, where fans recreated its moves, amassing 40 million views in just five days. It reached 23 million views in its first three days and surpassed 200 million views on YouTube by January 2021.

The song's success included certifications of gold in the U.S. and platinum in Mexico, making it Shakira's 22nd and Black Eyed Peas' 19th Hot 100 entry. Its viral impact and commercial success solidified its status as a global hit.