~LUIS FONSI KICKS OFF 2017 WITH DOUBLE PREMIERE “DESPACITO”~~OFFICIAL SINGLE RELEASE ON ALL DIGITAL PLATFORMS AND DIGITAL PLATFORMS~
~THE UPBEAT AND FEEL GOOD FIRST SINGLE FROM THE AWARD WINNING ARTIST FEATURES A COLLABORATION WITH THE LEADER OF THE URBAN MOVEMENT DADDY YANKEE~
After working intensively for the past two years on several projects including a successful tour from his latest album8, his participation as one of the coaches of the popular show “The Voice Chile” and writing songs for his upcoming album, Luis Fonsi returns to the music scene with one of the most awaited releases of 2017: “DESPACITO” ft. Daddy Yankee.
With a perfect fusion of Latin rhythms, a sensual lyric, an homage to his native country Puerto Rico and the chemistry between Fonsi and Daddy Yankee, “DESPACITO” promises to become the biggest radio hit of the year.
“DESPACITO,” written by Fonsi in collaboration with Panamanian singer-songwriter Erika Ender and produced by Andrés Torres and Mauricio Rengifo, will be released on radio stations and digital platforms worldwide on January 13.
Fonsi, who since December has been gearing up for this release, described how the song came about: “Despacito”was born very naturally and spontaneously. With guitar in hand, looking for the perfect combination of lyrics and melody. My priority was always to create a song full of joy, movement, and sensuality that when the whole world listen to it, had no other option than to dance and sing it. I decided to give it a sound that captures different flavors and colors, very influenced by my island Puerto Rico. “Despacito" fusions different genres and styles without compromising my sound. I am very proud of this song, and I hope the audience enjoys it.”
About the participation of the Leader of the urban movement Daddy Yankee, Fonsi said: “DY is one of the greatest exponents of the genre and a great friend. To be able to merge his style with mine was very exciting. We had already worked together on previous occasions, but for this song, I had the opportunity to see him shine in the recording studio, see the magic, perfection, and energy that he applies to everything he does. He brought the song to another level; it was without a doubt an essential piece for “Despacito.”
The highly anticipated release also includes the exclusive worldwide premiere of Luis Fonsi’s new music video“DESPACITO” this Thursday, January 12 on “Al Rojo Vivo con Maria Celeste” (4pm/3c). The video will also be shown the next day (January 13) on the network’s main shows.
The video, directed by Carlos Perez, Elastic People’s award-winning Creative Director, was filmed last December in different locations around Puerto Rico, including La Perla and the popular club La Factoria located at El Viejo San Juan. The video also features Daddy Yankee and actress, model and Miss Universe 2006 Zuleyka Rivera.
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