Baila Esta Cumbia

Selena, A.B. Quintanilla III, Los Kumbia Kings

About Baila Esta Cumbia

"Baila Esta Cumbia" (English: "Dance This Cumbia") is a song recorded by American Tejano singer Selena for her second studio album, Ven Conmigo (1990). It was released as the second single by EMI Latin on August 28, 1990, behind "Ya Ves". It was composed by her brother–producer A. B. Quintanilla, and Selena y Los Dinos backup dancer, Pete Astudillo. The recording is an up-tempo Mexican cumbia song. It was well received by music critics who enjoyed its cumbia-feel and rhythm. The track received exposure on radio stations that predominately played cumbia music, and as a result the recording became a hit single for the singer. It was named among her best recordings in her career by music critics. "Baila Esta Cumbia" peaked at number ten on the US Billboard Regional Mexican Digital Songs chart. In 2005, A. B. Quintanilla recorded a remix/duet version of the track with his band Kumbia Kings, which peaked at number 16 on the US Billboard Regional Mexican Airplay chart and number 44 on the Hot Latin Tracks chart. Other cover versions include recordings by Mexican singers Diana Reyes and Yuridia. 


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2005
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Siento algo que me mueve
Un ritmo que me hace bailar
Tomen todos su parejas
Todos vamos a gozar

Baila, baila esta cumbia
Mueve, mueve la cintura
Todos, las manos en alto
Y griten, griten con locura

Baila, baila esta cumbia
Un ritmo, ritmo sin igual
Nadie se quede sentado
Todos vamos a bailar

Siento algo que me mueve
Un ritmo que me hace bailar
Tomen todos su parejas
Todos vamos a gozar

Baila, baila esta cumbia
Mueve, mueve la cintura
Todos, las manos en alto
Y griten, griten con locura

Baila, baila esta cumbia
Un ritmo, ritmo sin igual
Nadie se quede sentado
Todos vamos a bailar

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Selena

Selena Quintanilla-Pérez (April 16, 1971 – March 31, 1995), known simply as Selena, was an American singer-songwriter. She was named the "top Latin artist of the '90s" and "Best selling Latin artist of the decade" by Billboard for her fourteen top-ten singles in the Top Latin Songs chart, including seven number-one hits. Selena had the most successful singles of 1994 and 1995, "Amor Prohibido" and "No Me Queda Más". She was called "The Queen of Tejano music" and the Mexican equivalent of Madonna. Selena released her first album, Selena y Los Dinos, at the age of twelve. She won Female Vocalist of the Year at the 1987 Tejano Music Awards and landed a recording contract with EMI a few years later. Her fame grew throughout the early 1990s, especially in Spanish-… more »

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Written by: A.B. Quintanilla, Pete Astudillo

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13 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Baila Esta Cumbia" is a song belonging to the 'Cumbia music' genre, which is a popular genre in Latin America. It is characterized by a syncopated rhythm and originated in Colombia's Caribbean coastal region.
Release Year
The song "Baila Esta Cumbia" was released in the year 1990.
Album Association
"Baila Esta Cumbia" is from the third studio album of Selena y Los Dinos, named "Ven Conmigo".
Composition and Production
The song was composed and produced by A.B. Quintanilla III, Selena's older brother, and lead guitarist for Selena Y Los Dinos.
Chart Success
"Baila Esta Cumbia" enjoyed substantial success on the music charts. The song peaked at number ten on the US Billboard Regional Mexican Digital Songs chart in 2011, after the death of Selena.
Landmark for Selena's Career
The album "Ven Conmigo" and specifically the song "Baila Esta Cumbia," are often credited as the turning point in Selena's career, helping to establish her as a successful solo artist.
Recording Label
The song "Baila Esta Cumbia" was released under the recording label, EMI Latin.
Popularity and Recognition
The song is one of Selena's most popular and is regularly played on Latin radio stations. It has been covered by many artists over the years.
Live Performance Legacy
Selena performed "Baila Esta Cumbia" at her last concert held at the Houston Astrodome in 1995. This performance, alongside others, was later released as an album titled "Live! The Last Concert" in 2001.
Posthumous Celebrations
In Selena's posthumous album "Ones" released in 2002, "Baila Esta Cumbia" was included as the 4th song on the album.
Dance Choreography
The dance choreography for "Baila Esta Cumbia" has become iconic over time, featuring in numerous dance competitions and tribute performances to Selena.
Music Video
The music video for "Baila Esta Cumbia" includes footage of Selena performing the song live. It underlines her dynamic stage presence and her connection with the audience.
Impact on Other Artists
The influence of "Baila Esta Cumbia" extended to other artists as well with famous Latin singers, such as Kumbia Kings and Kumbia All Starz, covering the song as a tribute to Selena.

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