Washington, Oct 22 : Shakira has said that she ''''feels closer'''' to fans who download her music illegally.

The ''Hips Don''t Lie'' singer’s comments have come in response to the British Government''s plans to crack down on file sharing.

And the curvy star has claimed that she supports those who access her tracks without paying for them.

"I like what''s going on because I feel closer to the fans and the people who appreciate the music,” Contactmusic quoted the Columbian singer as saying.

"It''s the democratisation of music in a way. And music is a gift. That''s what it should be, a gift,” she added. (ANI)