Despacito literally means slowly, and from the very first lines Luis Fonsi puts us in a playful, flirt-charged mood. He spots someone across the room, feels an irresistible pull — “tú eres el imán y yo soy el metal” — and starts mapping out a plan to get closer. The chorus turns that electricity into a sensual dance lesson: pasito a pasito, suave suavecito (“step by step, nice and gentle”). It is an invitation to savor every moment, letting heartbeats speed up while bodies move in perfect sync.
The remix keeps the lyrics’ sun-kissed romance but layers Major Lazer and MOSKA’s tropical-electro flair on top, making the beach scene in Puerto Rico feel even more vibrant. Daddy Yankee’s rapid-fire lines add swagger, the crashing-wave metaphor raises the temperature, and the chorus reminds us that passion can be both unhurried and intense. In short, the song is a celebration of Latin rhythm, coastal vibes, and the art of enjoying love despacito — slowly, but with undeniable heat.
Luis Fonsi, born Luis Alfonso Rodríguez López-Cepero on April 15, 1978, in San Juan, Puerto Rico, is a renowned Puerto Rican singer and songwriter known worldwide for his soulful voice and captivating Latin pop hits. Launching his career in 1997 with the album Comenzaré, Fonsi steadily gained popularity across Latin America and beyond.
His global breakthrough came with the 2017 mega-hit "Despacito," featuring Daddy Yankee, which topped charts around the world and broke multiple Guinness World Records. The song’s success earned Fonsi numerous awards, including several Latin Grammys, and helped him become an ambassador of Puerto Rican culture and music. With a career spanning over two decades, Luis Fonsi continues to blend Latin pop, reggaeton, and ballads, collaborating with international artists and inspiring fans across the globe.