Frío
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"Frío" is the third official single
from Ricky Martin
's album Música + Alma + Sexo
. It was released as a digital download
on July 11, 2011.
interview, Martin described the track: "I fell in love with the melody of this song, which was brought to me by Wisin & Yandel
. We sat down -- Wisin & Yandel, Desmond Child
and me -- and we worked on the lyrics to make them more me. So we have several versions and we're working on a remix. The lyrics say, "You're beautiful, like the waves in the sea." And many people say, 'But Ricky, you've said you're gay.' And I say, 'Well, doesn't mean I'm blind. And I've also been in love with women before.'"
said: "steeped in the majestic atmospherics of reggaetón but reflected through a prism of creamy pop, the lush "Frío" -- composed by famed boricua duo Wisin & Yandel -- is probably the strongest cut here." The New York Post
called it a beautiful standout tune. Latina
wrote that "the reggaeton-tinged "Frío" slows things down with lyrics about a beautiful woman imagined by Martin and collaborators Wisin & Yandel. The remix of the song makes for a sexy dance floor number."
in Buenos Aires
on June 6, 2011. The female lead is portrayed by Argentinian top model Paula Chaves
. The video, directed by Carlos Pérez, premiered on July 21, 2011. Pérez worked with Martin on few of his previous videos, including: "Tal Vez
", "Jaleo
" and "The Best Thing About Me Is You
".
contains the original solo version of the song and a remix featuring Wisin & Yandel
. On July 11, 2011, "Frío" (Wally López Remix) was released as a digital download
. The Remix Radio Edit of the song was released as a digital download on July 18, 2011.
. He also performed a medley of "Frío/Más
" during the Premios Juventud
on July 21, 2011.
Digital single
Single (music)
In music, a single or record single is a type of release, typically a recording of fewer tracks than an LP or a CD. This can be released for sale to the public in a variety of different formats. In most cases, the single is a song that is released separately from an album, but it can still appear...
from Ricky Martin
Ricky Martin
Enrique "Ricky" Martín Morales , better known as Ricky Martin, is a Puerto Rican and Spanish pop singer and actor who achieved prominence, first as a member of the Latin boy band Menudo, then as a solo artist since 1991.During his career he has sold more than 60 million album copies worldwide...
's album Música + Alma + Sexo
Música + Alma + Sexo
Música + alma + sexo is the ninth studio album by Puerto Rican singer-songwriter Ricky Martin. It was released on January 31, 2011 in Europe by Columbia Records and on February 1, 2011 in North America by Sony Music Latin...
. It was released as a digital download
Music download
A music download is the transferral of music from an Internet-facing computer or website to a user's local computer. This term encompasses both legal downloads and downloads of copyright material without permission or payment...
on July 11, 2011.
Background
In a BillboardBillboard (magazine)
Billboard is a weekly American magazine devoted to the music industry, and is one of the oldest trade magazines in the world. It maintains several internationally recognized music charts that track the most popular songs and albums in various categories on a weekly basis...
interview, Martin described the track: "I fell in love with the melody of this song, which was brought to me by Wisin & Yandel
Wisin & Yandel
Wisin & Yandel are a Puerto Rican reggaeton Duo, consisting of Juan Luis Morera Luna and Llandel Veguilla Malavé Salazar . They started their career in 1998 and have been together since, winning several awards during that time....
. We sat down -- Wisin & Yandel, Desmond Child
Desmond Child
Desmond Child is an American musician, songwriter, and producer. He is a member of the Songwriters Hall of Fame.-Career:...
and me -- and we worked on the lyrics to make them more me. So we have several versions and we're working on a remix. The lyrics say, "You're beautiful, like the waves in the sea." And many people say, 'But Ricky, you've said you're gay.' And I say, 'Well, doesn't mean I'm blind. And I've also been in love with women before.'"
Critical reception
"Frío" received positive reviews from critics. The Los Angeles TimesLos Angeles Times
The Los Angeles Times is a daily newspaper published in Los Angeles, California, since 1881. It was the second-largest metropolitan newspaper in circulation in the United States in 2008 and the fourth most widely distributed newspaper in the country....
said: "steeped in the majestic atmospherics of reggaetón but reflected through a prism of creamy pop, the lush "Frío" -- composed by famed boricua duo Wisin & Yandel -- is probably the strongest cut here." The New York Post
New York Post
The New York Post is the 13th-oldest newspaper published in the United States and is generally acknowledged as the oldest to have been published continuously as a daily, although – as is the case with most other papers – its publication has been periodically interrupted by labor actions...
called it a beautiful standout tune. Latina
Latina (magazine)
Latina is an American monthly lifestyle, entertainment, beauty and fashion magazine for bilingual, bicultural Hispanic women published in English by Latina Media Ventures. It has a combined audience of nearly 3 million....
wrote that "the reggaeton-tinged "Frío" slows things down with lyrics about a beautiful woman imagined by Martin and collaborators Wisin & Yandel. The remix of the song makes for a sexy dance floor number."
Music video
Ricky Martin shot the music video with Wisin & YandelWisin & Yandel
Wisin & Yandel are a Puerto Rican reggaeton Duo, consisting of Juan Luis Morera Luna and Llandel Veguilla Malavé Salazar . They started their career in 1998 and have been together since, winning several awards during that time....
in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires is the capital and largest city of Argentina, and the second-largest metropolitan area in South America, after São Paulo. It is located on the western shore of the estuary of the Río de la Plata, on the southeastern coast of the South American continent...
on June 6, 2011. The female lead is portrayed by Argentinian top model Paula Chaves
Paula Chaves
Paula Chaves is an Argentine model, actress and TV host.-Biography:Paula born in Lobos, Argentina. She started her career at the age of three doing an advertisement for Kodak and at the age of six for Nenes cookies, but it was when she won the reality show Super M in 2003, it began to be known...
. The video, directed by Carlos Pérez, premiered on July 21, 2011. Pérez worked with Martin on few of his previous videos, including: "Tal Vez
Tal Vez (Ricky Martin song)
"Tal Vez" is the first single from Ricky Martin's album Almas del Silencio. It was released on March 25, 2003 in Latin territories.-Chart performance:...
", "Jaleo
Jaleo
"Jaleo" is the first international and second US single from Ricky Martin's album Almas del Silencio. It was released on April 2, 2003 in Europe and Australia, and on June 17, 2003 in the United States...
" and "The Best Thing About Me Is You
The Best Thing About Me Is You
"The Best Thing About Me Is You" is a song by the Puerto Rican recording artist Ricky Martin, taken from his ninth studio album Música + Alma + Sexo. It was released as the lead single from the album to iTunes on November 2, 2010. The song had earlier premiered on radio's Ryan Seacrest show...
".
Remixes and other versions
Música + Alma + SexoMúsica + Alma + Sexo
Música + alma + sexo is the ninth studio album by Puerto Rican singer-songwriter Ricky Martin. It was released on January 31, 2011 in Europe by Columbia Records and on February 1, 2011 in North America by Sony Music Latin...
contains the original solo version of the song and a remix featuring Wisin & Yandel
Wisin & Yandel
Wisin & Yandel are a Puerto Rican reggaeton Duo, consisting of Juan Luis Morera Luna and Llandel Veguilla Malavé Salazar . They started their career in 1998 and have been together since, winning several awards during that time....
. On July 11, 2011, "Frío" (Wally López Remix) was released as a digital download
Music download
A music download is the transferral of music from an Internet-facing computer or website to a user's local computer. This term encompasses both legal downloads and downloads of copyright material without permission or payment...
. The Remix Radio Edit of the song was released as a digital download on July 18, 2011.
Promotion
Ricky Martin performs "Frío" during his Música + Alma + Sexo World TourMúsica + Alma + Sexo World Tour
-Tour dates:-Box office score data:-External links:...
. He also performed a medley of "Frío/Más
Más (Ricky Martin song)
"Más" is the second official single from Ricky Martin's album Música + Alma + Sexo. It was released as a digital download on April 5, 2011.-Background:...
" during the Premios Juventud
Premios Juventud
Premios Juventud is an awards show for Spanish-speaking celebrities in the areas of film, music, sports, fashion, and pop culture, presented by the television network Univision...
on July 21, 2011.
Formats and track listings
Digital single- "Frío" (Wally López Remix) – 3:16
Digital single
- "Frío" (Remix Radio Edit) – 3:36
Charts
| Chart (2011) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| US Billboard Hot Latin Songs Hot Latin Songs Hot Latin Songs is a record chart published by Billboard magazine. It is often recognized as the most important music chart for Spanish language Latin music in the American music market. It was established by the magazine on September 6, 1986 with La Guirnalda by Rocío Dúrcal being the first song... |
6 |
| US Billboard Latin Pop Songs | 7 |
| US Billboard Tropical Songs | 5 |