The Best Latin Club Music of 2008
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If you’re a fan of Latin club music, check out our list of the best tracks of 2008. From reggaeton to cumbia, these are the tunes that kept us dancing all year long.
Introdution
In 2008, the Latin club music scene saw a resurgence of interest in traditional sounds and new twists on old favorites. Here are some of the best Latin club tracks of the year.
“Baila Baila Baila (feat. Mr. Vegas)” by Maturaldi
Maturaldi’s an Argentinian band that infuses electronic dance music with traditional South American sounds. This track features Mr. Vegas, a Jamaican reggae artist, and is sure to get you moving.
“Como La Flor” by Selena
This classic track by Selena was given new life in 2008 when it was used in a campaign for the Mexican telecommunications company Telcel. The ad featured a group of young people dancing in a club, and the song became an instant hit with clubgoers across Latin America.
“Dile (feat. Franco ‘el Gorila’)” by Perez & Hutchison
Perez & Hutchison are a Cuban duo that has been making waves in the Latin club scene for years. This track, which features Franco ‘el Gorila’, is a catchy mix of R&B and Cuban son that will have you dancing all night long.
“Ella Quiere Hmm Hmm Hmm” by Daddy Yankee
Daddy Yankee is one of the biggest names in Latin rap, and this track is one of his most popular songs. It’s an up-tempo party anthem that’s sure to get the whole club moving.
Best Latin Club Songs of 2008
It’s that time of year again! Time to reflect on the past year and choose the best of the best. 2008 was a great year for Latin club music. Here are my picks for the best Latin club songs of 2008.
“I Like It” by Enrique Iglesias
“I Like It” is a song recorded by Spanish singer Enrique Iglesias for his ninth studio album, Euphoria (2010). The song was written by Iglesias, RedOne, Alex P, DJ Frank E and Lionel Richie, and produced by RedOne. It was released by Universal Republic Records as the lead single from the album on 3 May 2010.
Iglesias said that the song is about “when you hear a great song on the radio and it just makes you feel great”, adding that he tried to capture that feeling with “I Like It”. The song is an up-tempo synth-pop track with Dance-pop and Eurodance influences. The lyrical content features sexually suggestive themes.
“I Like It” peaked at number four on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and became Iglesias’ highest-charting single in the United States since “Do You Know? (The Ping Pong Song)”, which peaked at number three in 2007. The Spanish version of the song, “Me Gusta”, peaked at number one on the US Latin Songs chart for two weeks. Elsewhere, “I Like It” peaked within the top ten of the charts in Australia, Canada, France and Spain.
“Low” by Flo Rida
“Low” is a song by American rapper Flo Rida, featuring Canadian singer T-Pain. It was released as the lead single from Flo Rida’s second studio album, Mail on Sunday. The song samples the main hook of “Let Me Clear My Throat” by Old School Hip Hop artist DJ Kool, and heavily interpolates the chorus of “Shawty” by Plies, who is also featured in the song.
“Despacito” by Luis Fonsi
“Despacito” by Luis Fonsi topped the Latin songs charts in 2008. The song was also a crossover hit, reaching the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100. “Despacito” helped to popularize reggaeton and Latin trap music in mainstream pop culture.
“Bailando” by Enrique Iglesias
Released in 2014, “Bailando” by Enrique Iglesias quickly became a global sensation, topping charts in dozens of countries. The infectious blend of reggaeton, Latin pop, and dance-floor friendly beats make it the perfect song to get any party started.
“Mi Gente” by J. Balvin
This song was released in June of 2008 and quickly became a summer anthem. It’s a mix of reggaeton, trap, and Latin pop, with J. Balvin’s signature style. The song was produced by Sky and co-written by J. Balvin, Mike Caren, Teddy Walter, Thomas Troelsen, and Victory Boyd.
Conclusion
There you have it, the best Latin club music of 2008. As you can see, there was a variety of music genres represented on this list, from reggaeton to Bachata to salsa. So whatever your preference, there was sure to be something for everyone on this list. And if you’re looking for something to get your groove on to at your next party, now you know where to look.
