“Bachata en Fukuoka” is a joyful postcard from Juan Luis Guerra’s travels, proving that music can leap oceans and languages. The Dominican singer imagines flying from Paris, skimming over Russia, then landing in the Japanese city of Fukuoka, all while carrying the tropical rhythm of bachata in his heart. Each stop on the trip paints a vivid picture: sunsets that turn the sky into a canvas, seagulls gliding over Momochihama Beach, and a spontaneous smile that escapes “del alma” (from the soul). The song celebrates how patience turns dreams into reality and how a simple melody can connect two people—even if they meet only long enough to dance, sing, and whisper “sayonara.”
At its core, the track blends wanderlust, romance, and cultural fusion. Guerra invites his listener-partner to sway to Dominican guitar riffs beneath Japanese skies, showing that love and rhythm speak louder than any passport stamp. “Bachata en Fukuoka” reminds us that every goodbye hides the promise of another song—and that the warmth of a dance can make even far-off places feel like home.
Juan Luis Guerra is a celebrated Dominican musician, singer, composer, and record producer known for his influential role in popularizing merengue and bachata music around the world. Born in Santo Domingo in 1957, he graduated from Berklee College of Music and has since crafted a distinctive style blending traditional Dominican rhythms with jazz, salsa, and Latin pop.
With a career spanning over four decades, Guerra has sold more than 15 million records globally and earned numerous accolades including 28 Latin Grammy Awards and three Grammy Awards. His poetic lyrics and innovative fusion have made hits like "Ojalá Que Llueva Café" and "Bachata Rosa" timeless classics that continue to captivate audiences internationally.