Despacito by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee

We’re closing our summerhits series on a high note—it’s thursday, and what better way to turn things up than with Despacito, the global phenomenon by Puerto Rican power duo Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee.

Released in 2017, Despacito didn’t just climb charts—it shattered them. It became the first Spanish-language song to top the Billboard Hot 100 in over 20 years, setting off a wave of renewed interest in Latin pop across international waters. A vibrant blend of reggaetón and pop, this track’s irresistible rhythm became the soundtrack for summer that year—and many summers to follow.

For Luis Fonsi, a Latin pop veteran with a career spanning decades, Despacito marked a new peak. And Daddy Yankee, already a reggaetón trailblazer since the early 2000s, delivered lyrical fire that added an infectious edge. Together, they created a sonic moment that transcended language barriers and rewrote streaming records.

“Despacito / Quiero respirar tu cuello despacito / Deja que te diga cosas al oído…”

Whether you were dancing at a beach party, hearing it on repeat at every club, or just couldn’t get the chorus out of your head, this song defined an era. It wasn’t just a hit—it was a cultural milestone that opened the doors for more global collaborations and proved that music truly is a universal language.

Listen now to our song of the day—a final summerhit that’s still as unstoppable as ever. Show your love for music and share justadailysong.com with your friends.