Arrasando is the seventh studio album by Mexican singer Thalía, released on 25 April 2000, by EMI Latin. She collaborated with producers like Emilio Estefan, Roberto Blades and Lawrence Dermer. In many interviews during the album launch, Thalía said that this album was different from her previous ones, because it shows her turn to a more dance/techno-influenced sound, describing it as a fusion between many types of music. Thalía co-wrote eight songs on the album, in addition, it includes two covers: the South African hit "Pata Pata" and Gloria Estefan's "Lucky Girl".
"Rhythm Divine" is a song by Spanish singer Enrique Iglesias from his fourth studio album, Enrique (1999). The song was written by Paul Barry and Mark Taylor with Taylor and Brian Rawling handling its production. It is a dance-pop rhythmic romantic ballad that mixes with Latin and Mediterranean music. Lyrically, Iglesias asks the listener if they can hear the rhythm, and one music journalist compared it to USA for Africa's "We Are the World" (1985). A Spanish-language translation of the song titled "Ritmo Total" was also recorded and features additional lyrical contributions by Rafael Pérez-Botija.
Son by Four is a Latin music group from Puerto Rico, well known for their English U.S. pop hit "The Purest of Pain ". The group is now independent, as they founded their own label SB4 Music Group in 2003.
"No Me Dejes de Querer" is a song by Cuban American singer Gloria Estefan from her ninth studio, Alma Caribeña (2000). The song was written by the artist along with her husband Emilio Estefan and Roberto Blades. The latter two also handled the song's production. It was released as the album's lead single on March 27, 2000 by Epic Records. "No Me Dejes de Querer" is a son cubano and murga song in which the narrator pleads her lover to never stop loving her. The song was met with mostly positive reactions who found it to be an upbeat number.
"Cómo Me Duele Perderte" is a song by Cuban American singer Gloria Estefan from her ninth studio, Alma Caribeña (2000). The song was written by Marco Flores with her husband Emilio Estefan and Roberto Blades handling its production. It was released as the album's second single on July 10, 2000, by Epic Records. "Cómo Me Duele Perderte" is a salsa and bachata track that narrates the singer in pain of losing someone. The song was met with unfavorable reactions from two music critics although one reviewer enjoyed the remixes. Commercially, the song topped the Billboard Hot Latin Songs and Tropical Airplay charts in the United States, while also peaking at number 12 on the Dance Club Songs chart in the same country and number eight in Spain. The accompanying music video was directed by Emilio, filmed in Miami, Florida, and features dramatic scenes.
"You Sang to Me" is a song that was recorded by American singer Marc Anthony for his self-titled fourth studio album (1999). Cory Rooney produced the recording and co-wrote the song with Anthony. "You Sang to Me" is a mid-tempo, pop and romantic ballad that includes elements of Latin, R&B, and adult contemporary genres whose lyrics are about a man who lets his life partner walk away. Although he is in a relationship with another person. Anthony also recorded a Spanish-language version of the song titled "Muy Dentro de Mí", which has additional lyrical contributions by Roberto Blades and Gaitanes.
"Clavado en un Bar" is a song by Mexican band Maná from their fifth studio album, Sueños Líquidos (1997). The song was written by the band's lead vocalist Fher Olvera, who handled the production alongside drummer Alex González and Benny Faccone. It was released as the album's lead single on 5 September 1997. A reggae rock "heartbreak" song, the protagonist is depicted as stuck in a bar waiting for his lover to return.
"A Puro Dolor" is a song recorded by Puerto Rican band Son by Four. It was written by Omar Alfanno and released as the first single of the second studio album of the band in 2000. Two versions of the track were produced by Oscar Llord for the album; one as a salsa and the other as a ballad. The ballad version was arranged by Alejandro Jaén.
"Entre el Mar y una Estrella" is a song by Mexican singer Thalía from her sixth studio album, Arrasando (2000). It was released as the album's lead single on 27 March 2000 by EMI Latin. The song was written and co-produced by Emilio Estefan and Marco Flores. The track is a pop ballad that deals with lost love and the song was dedicated to her former lover Alfredo Díaz Ordaz who died in 1993.
"Mi PC" is a song by Dominican Republic singer-songwriter Juan Luis Guerra and his band 4-40 from his eighth studio album, Ni Es lo Mismo Ni Es Igual (1998). The song was released as the lead single from the album in November 1998 by Karen Records. The song was written and produced by Guerra. It is a pop merengue track in which Guerra uses computer terminology to narrate a love story. "Mi PC" was met with positive reactions from music critics who found the lyrics to be clever and its music catchy.
Latin Airplay is a chart published weekly by Billboard magazine in the United States. It was established on October 20, 2012.
"Pero Qué Necesidad" is a song written and performed by Mexican singer-songwriter Juan Gabriel for his 21st studio album, Gracias por Esperar (1994). Its production was handled by Gustavo Farias. The song is a Latin and pop song about loving people from around the world. It was released as album's lead single on 3 June 1994 by Bertelsmann Music Group (BMG). Upon its release, music critics were divided with some praising the tune while others were unimpressed. Retrospective reviews of the song have been more favorable with critics listing it as among his best songs.
"Dejaría Todo" is a song by Puerto Rican singer Chayanne from his ninth studio album, Atado a Tu Amor (1998). The song was written and produced by Estéfano and released as the lead single from the album in September 1998 by Sony Discos.The rock ballad details everything the singer is capable of doing for his lover. The song received generally positive reactions from music critics and is listed among Chayanne's best songs. A music video for the song was filmed and features a dark scenery. Commercially, it topped the Billboard Hot Latin Songs and Latin Pop Airplay charts in the United States. The track was nominated for Pop Song of the Year at the 11th Lo Nuestro Awards and Song of the Year at the inaugural Ritmo Latino Music Awards in 1999 and was acknowledged as an award-winning song at the 2000 Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI) Latin Awards.
"Agua Pasada" is a song written by Gil Francisco and performed by American salsa singer Frankie Negrón on his second studio album No Me Compares (1998). It was released as the lead single from the album. It became his third number one on the Tropical Airplay chart. On the review of the album, the Newsday critic Richard cited "Agua Pasada" and the title track where George and Negrón "deliver the salsa goods". John Lannert of Billboard called it a "sizzling leadoff single". "Agua Pasada" was nominated in the category of Tropical Song of the Year at the 11th Annual Lo Nuestro Awards, but lost to "Suavemente" by Elvis Crespo. It was acknowledged as an award-winning song at the 2000 BMI Latin Awards.
"Mi Mayor Venganza" is a song by Puerto Rican singer La India from her fifth studio album, Sobre el Fuego (1997). The song was written by Rodolfo Barreras and produced by Isidro Infante, and released as the album's second single in 1997 by RMM Records. It is a salsa song, in which La India tells the woman to keep the man who cheated on the artist out of revenge.
"'Dónde Está el Amor" is a song written by Randall Barlow and Roberto Blades and performed by Colombian singer Charlie Zaa for his third studio album, Ciego de Amor (2000). It was released as the lead single from the album on 17 January 2000. It became his first number one song on the Billboard Latin Pop Airplay chart in the United States. The music video was directed by Oscar Azula and filmed in La Guajira, Colombia. It was recognized as one of the best-performing Latin songs of the year at the 2001 BMI Latin Awards. The Newsday Richard Torres stated that the artist "invests such top-notch love ballads" citing the song and "Me Engañaste" with "an impressive tenderness" Billboard critic Michael Paoletta was unimpressed, calling both the song and "Porque Te Vuelvo A Amar" "sleepy entries". Deborah Davis of Reforma referred to as one of the album's "slow neobolero" songs.
"Yo Te Amo" is a song by Puerto Rican singer Chayanne from his ninth studio album, Simplemente (2000). The song was written and produced by Estéfano and released as the lead single from the album in 2000 by Sony Discos in the United States. It was -recognized as one of the best-performing Latin songs of the year at the 2002 BMI Latin Awards. The Newsday Richard Torres stated that "Yo Te Amo", along with "Las Horas Pasan" and "Simplemente" have "no distinguishing sound or verve to them". Jordan Levin of the Miami Herald found it to be "syrupy". The music video for the song was directed by Simon Brand and was filmed in Los Angeles.
"Júrame" is a song by American singer Gisselle from her seventh studio album, Voy a Enamorarte (2000). The song was written and produced by Colombian musician Kike Santander. The song was recorded as a pop ballad and a merengue track. In the lyrics, it deals with love's ambition. Both versions were released as a single from the album by BMG US Latin in 2000. An accompanying music video for the ballad version was filmed in Florida.
"Que Alguien Me Diga" is a song by Puerto Rican singer Gilberto Santa Rosa from his 12th studio album, Expresión (1999). It was written by Omar Alfanno with José Lugo and the artist handling its production. It is a salsa track in which the singer is searching for unconditional love. Santa Rosa would later record a ballad version. An accompanying music video features the singer in a dark room surrounded by female musicians. Both versions of the song received airplay on Latin radio stations.
