WATCH: Shakira pulls out knives for wild performance at MTV Video Music Awards
Shakira put on a show-stopping performance on at the MTV Video Music Awards, pulling out knives while dancing on stage.
The legendary artist accepted the coveted Video Vanguard Award at the ceremony in Newark, New Jersey on Wednesday.
According to reports, the hitmaker, 46, is the first South American music artist to win the award.
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Shakira put on a show-stopping performance on Wednesday at the MTV Video Music Awards in Newark, New Jersey. MTV
She looked incredible in a racy outfit, and even put the knives in her hair after pulling them out from under her outfit.
During her incredible 10-minute performance, she performed hits including Hips Don't Lie and Whenever, Wherever.
"Thank you so much, this is amazing," Shakira said as she accepted the award after her performance.
The legendary artist pulled our knives while dancing on stage as she accepted the coveted Video Vanguard Award. MTV
She looked incredible in a racy outfit and even put the knives in her hair. MTV
"MTV, thanks for being such a big part of my career.
"I want to thank people who have played a key role in my visual history... my label... I want to thank my parents and kids, thank you cheering me on making me feel mama can do it all.
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"And I want to share this award with my fans who always, always support me through thick and thin thank you for being my army, who support me through all my battles."
"Thank you so much, this is amazing," Shakira said as she accepted the award after her performance. MTV
Other singers who have previously won the award include the likes of David Bowie and Madonna.
Jennifer Lopez previously was the first Latin artist to receive the award.
The award recognises the 'outstanding contributions' and 'profound impact' of an artist and music video directors in the industry.
