Shakira was all smiles today (September 30) as she attended a photocall at Hotel George V in Paris, France to promote the release of her new album, She Wolf.

After much speculation, the 32-year old Colombian-born singer has finally explained the meaning behind her hot new single.

Claiming that it’s all about women feeling empowered and being able to fully express themselves, Shakira tells Radio 1: “‘She Wolf is the woman of our time. The woman who knows what she wants and is free of prejudice and preconceived notions. She defends her deepest desires with teeth and claws like a wild animal.”

As for her famous dance moves? Admittedly, Shakira says they’re not easy — in fact, she used to spend hours attempting to master her trademark belly dancing moves.

“You just have to roll that belly, I used to practice by trying to flip a coin,” she adds. “But don’t try that after eating. It’s one of those moves I just thought of in the studio when we were shooting the video and it felt right. I assure you every muscle ached after that video.”

Shakira releases new album She Wolf on October 9.