A 2017 Spanish-language reggaeton single by Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee that became one of the most-streamed songs in recorded music history.
Composition
Despacito was written by Luis Fonsi, Erika Ender, and Daddy Yankee. The arrangement combines Latin guitar with a reggaeton percussion pattern, with Daddy Yankee adding rap verses to a traditionally sung structure.
Reception
Released in January 2017, Despacito reached number one in dozens of countries. A remix featuring Justin Bieber, released in April, helped the song top the Billboard Hot 100 for sixteen weeks, tying a then-record.
Legacy
The music video on YouTube became the first video to exceed six billion views. Despacito is widely credited with bringing Spanish-language pop to broader U.S. and global audiences in the streaming era.