Latin Music on YouTube in 2012
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A look at the top Latin music videos on YouTube in 2012. These videos showcase the best of Latin music and culture.
Intro
Latin music on YouTube in 2012 was a phenomenon. A new generation of artists emerged and established themselves as forces to be reckoned with, while established superstars continued to dominate the charts.
Nowhere was this more evident than in the case of Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee’s “Despacito.” The song, which featured Justin Bieber on a remix, became the most-watched YouTube video of all time, with over six billion views.
Other big hits in the Latin music world included J Balvin and Willy William’s “Mi Gente,” Shakira’s “El Dorado,” and Ozuna’s “Dile Que Tu Me Quieres.”
What was clear from this year’s crop of hits was that the Latin music landscape is more diverse than ever before, with artists from all over the world finding success on YouTube.
The Rise of Latin Music on YouTube
Latin music has seen a surge in popularity on YouTube in recent years. A large part of this can be attributed to the fact that many Latin American countries have a large presence on the video-sharing site. In 2012, Latin music videos were some of the most popular on YouTube, with a number of them going viral. Let’s take a look at some of the most popular Latin music videos on YouTube in 2012.
The Evolution of Salsa
Salsa is a Latin dance and music genre that originated in the Caribbean. The style is a blend of Afro-Cuban and Puerto Rican music, with some influences from other Latin American countries. The original salsa sound was created by Cuban and Puerto Rican musicians who blended various African and Latin American rhythms.
Salsa evolved in the 1970s, when Cuban and Puerto Rican immigrants living in New York City began to experiment with different musical styles. They blended traditional Cuban and Puerto Rican music with jazz and other genres to create a new, unique sound. This new style of music quickly became popular in the Latino community, and soon spread to other parts of the United States and Latin America.
Today, salsa is enjoyed by people of all backgrounds, both Latino and non-Latino. It is one of the most popular genres of Latin music, and can be heard in clubs, on the radio, and on TV shows and movies all over the world.
The Rise of Reggaeton
In recent years, there has been a surge in the popularity of Latin music on YouTube. A large part of this is due to the rise of reggaeton, a Latin American genre that combines elements of hip-hop, rap, and reggae. Reggaeton’s popularity has been further boosted by the fact that many of its biggest stars, such as Daddy Yankee and J Balvin, have embraced YouTube as a platform for releasing music videos and connecting with fans.
In 2012, reggaeton was the most-watched Latin music genre on YouTube, with over 1.5 billion views. This was followed by salsa (817 million views), bachata (rika) (409 million views), and merengue (397 million views). Reggaeton’s popularity is especially notable in Spanish-speaking markets such as Mexico and Argentina, where it is one of the most-streamed genres on Spotify.
The rise of reggaeton on YouTube has coincided with an increase in the platform’s overall audience for Latin music. In 2012, Latin music accounted for 3 percent of all views on YouTube; by 2017, this figure had risen to 5 percent. This growth is in line with the increasing popularity of Latin music in general; between 2016 and 2017, Latin music streaming revenues grew by 34 percent globally.
The Rise of Bachata
Bachata is a genre of Dominican music that originated in the countryside and rural neighborhoods of the Dominican Republic in the early 1960s. The music is characterized by its focus on love, heartbreak and hurt feelings, as well as its use of guitar and bongos. The style of Bachata was brought to the mainstream by artists like Juan Luis Guerra and Aventura in the 1990s.
In recent years, Bachata has become one of the most popular genres of Latin music on YouTube. In 2012, Bachata videos were viewed more than 1 billion times on YouTube, a figure that represents a significant increase from previous years. The popularity of Bachata on YouTube is driven in part by the success of Bachata artists like Romeo Santos, who has become one of the most successful Latin musicians in the world.
The rise of Bachata on YouTube is also attributable to the increasing popularity of Latin music around the world. In recent years, Latin music has become increasingly popular in Europe and North America, and YouTube has played a role in promoting these genres to new audiences. As Latin music continues to grow in popularity, it is likely that we will see even more Bachata videos being uploaded to YouTube in the future.
The Popularity of Latin Music on YouTube
In 2012, Latin music was one of the most popular genres on YouTube. That year, artistes like Daddy Yankee, Shakira, and Pitbull achieved huge success with their songs. In fact, Daddy Yankee’s “Limbo” was the most-watched Latin music video on YouTube that year.
The Most Watched Latin Music Videos on YouTube
Latin music has seen a surge in popularity in recent years, and YouTube has played a big role in helping this genre reach new audiences. In 2012, Latin music videos were some of the most-watched videos on YouTube, with many of them racking up millions of views.
Here are some of the most popular Latin music videos on YouTube from 2012:
-“Gangnam Style” by Psy: This global phenomenon was the most-watched video on YouTube in 2012, with over 1.6 billion views. While it’s not technically a Latin song, it features Colombian singer-songwriter Martina Stoessel in the video, which helped it reach a wider Latin audience.
-“We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together” by Taylor Swift: This catchy pop tune was a huge hit all over the world, including among Latin music fans. The Spanish version of the song, titled “Nunca Nos Vamos a Volver a Enamorar,” became popular on YouTube, racking up over 54 million views.
-“Somebody That I Used to Know” by Gotye feat. Kimbra: This haunting ballad was another global smash hit in 2012, and the Spanish version featuring Argentinean singer Soledad Pastorutti was also popular on YouTube. The video has been viewed over 43 million times.
-“B2012 La Nueva Generación! Baila Reggaeton Conmigo (Lo Mejor De Lo Mejor) DANCE MIX!!!” by DJ Fabrizio Fiato: This mix of some of the hottest reggaeton songs from 2012 was hugely popular on YouTube, racking up over 33 million views. It features such artists as Daddy Yankee, Don Omar, and Wisin & Yandel.
The Most Popular Latin Music Artists on YouTube
In 2012, Latin music was extremely popular on YouTube. A number of different artists topped the charts, including PSY, Shakira, and Enrique Iglesias. These artists were followed by a number of other popular performers, such as Justin Bieber, LMFAO, and Katy Perry.
PSY’s “Gangnam Style” was the most popular Latin music video on YouTube in 2012. The video received over 1.6 billion views during the year. Shakira’s “Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)” was the second most popular video, receiving over 1 billion views. Enrique Iglesias’ “Bailando” was the third most popular video, with over 946 million views.
Other popular Latin music videos on YouTube in 2012 included Justin Bieber’s “Sorry”, LMFAO’s “Party Rock Anthem”, and Katy Perry’s “Dark Horse”. These videos received between 700 million and 800 million views each.
Conclusion
In 2012, there was a variety of Latin music on YouTube.
Reggaeton continued to be popular, with Daddy Yankee’s “Limbo” being one of the most-watched videos of the year. Other reggaeton artists such as Don Omar and Wisin & Yandel also had successful videos.
Bachata also remained popular, with Romeo Santos being one of the most successful artists. His song “You” was one of the most-watched Bachata videos of the year.
Latino pop also had a number of successful artists, including Jennifer Lopez, Shakira, and Pitbull. These artists’ songs were some of the most-watched videos on YouTube in 2012.
