Como Tú is a bright, tropical love letter from Colombian superstar Carlos Vives. Over upbeat vallenato-pop rhythms, the singer daydreams aloud, telling his special someone, “If only you could see how much I want you to want my life.” He compares the beloved to springtime and a first love, picturing a future where even their children carry that same irresistible spark. The chorus becomes a joyful chant of “tú, tú, tú” that mirrors the heartbeat of someone head-over-heels.
What makes the song so fun is its playful what-if game. Vives imagines a world where kisses, cities, streets, bosses, and even the news were “like you,” meaning kinder, warmer, and full of hope. It is both a personal serenade and a utopian wish: if love this pure could shape everything around us, there would be no problems at all. Listening feels like stepping into sunshine—one catchy reminder that the right person can color the entire world in brighter shades.
Carlos Alberto Vives Restrepo, born on August 7, 1961, in Santa Marta, Colombia, is one of the most influential and best-selling Latin music artists worldwide. Known for his unique blend of traditional Colombian rhythms like vallenato, cumbia, and champeta with modern sounds such as rock, reggaeton, and Latin pop, Vives has helped bring Colombian music to a global audience.
With over 20 million records sold, Carlos Vives has earned two Grammy Awards and seventeen Latin Grammy Awards, including the prestigious Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year in 2024. Besides his successful music career, he has also made a mark as an actor, starring in beloved telenovelas like "Gallito Ramírez" and "Escalona." Collaborating with top Latin artists such as Shakira, Juanes, and Ricky Martin, Vives continues to celebrate and innovate Colombia's rich musical heritage.