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Justin Bieber, Luis Fonsi, and Daddy Yankee - Despacito

Music collaboration

About

"Despacito" is a groundbreaking music collaboration between Luis Fonsi, Daddy Yankee, and Justin Bieber. Released in 2017, it seamlessly merged Latin music, particularly reggaeton, with pop elements. The song was initially a local hit, but after Justin Bieber joined with a remix, it catapulted to global fame, topping the Billboard Hot 100 chart for a record-breaking 16 weeks. This collaboration marked a significant moment in music history, as it was the first mostly Spanish-language song to reach number one on the U.S. charts. The success of "Despacito" had a profound impact on the music industry, paving the way for a new wave of Latin music in the mainstream. It set multiple records, including becoming the most-streamed song globally at the time. The collaboration also sparked discussions about cultural crossover and the power of music to bridge linguistic and cultural divides. Despite some criticisms of cultural appropriation, "Despacito" remains a cultural phenomenon that celebrated the beauty of Latin music and its ability to transcend borders.