Cómo Dónde y Cuándo

[2] The album's sixth track is titled "Cómo Dónde y Cuándo", and she described the writing process of it and the other songs as "rebuilding herself": "As I sang them, my tears were transformed into diamonds and my vulnerability into resilience".

[11][12] "Cómo Dónde y Cuándo" is a pop rock[13] ballad[14] written by Shakira, Albert Hype, Servando Primera, Rafa Rodríguez and Daniel Rondón.

It explores themes of love and hopefulness[15] with lyrics about being surrounded by your friends and family,[16] emphasizing moving on from the past, embracing the present, and looking to the future with optimism.

[17] In an interview for RCN Radio's La Mega, Shakira was asked which of her songs would be perfect for overcoming heartbreak and she chose "Cómo Dónde y Cuándo".

[19] Shakira debuted "Cómo Dónde y Cuándo" live playing bass at a free concert in Times Square, New York City on 26 March 2024.

[14] Thania Garcia from Variety narrated how Shakira "returns to the framework of guitars and drums she was best known for during her rockstar era", comparing the song to her singles "Pies Descalzos, Sueños Blancos" and "Dónde Están Los Ladrones?".