A Quote by Shakira

I think my dad is the only Arabic descendent who is an unsuccessful businessman.

Shakira

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Shakira
Colombian - Musician
Born: February 2, 1977

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I was proud my father spoke Arabic fluently - his father sent him to learn Arabic from a sheikh - and we had Arab friends. His task of understanding the Arabs - not only politics but poetry - was very important; he took it as a vocation.

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My dad was a terrible businessman.

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The only time my Dad ever said I might have not gotten something because of how I look was when I auditioned for Tyler Perry's 'Meet the Browns.' My dad didn't think I was 'black enough' for the show. My dad isn't the most politically correct person.

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My dad was an entrepreneurial businessman, and maybe I got some of his ability.

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