Ricky Martin has released the dance smash Qué Rico Fuera as the lead single from his 11th studio album ‘Play’.
The track, featuring rising international artist Paloma Mami, infuses pop, Afro-Latin and urban styles as the star makes a play for the soundtrack of the Summer.
Ricky, an admirer of Paloma’s music, contacted her about working together during the pandemic, with the pair recording their parts separately before meeting in person for the video shoot.
“I was familiar with her work as I’m constantly trying to discover new voices. When this song came into my life, I immediately thought of her,” says the She Bangs star. “Paloma is a warrior, and beyond talented.
“I am so happy that we were able to work together. I hope the audience feels as good as we did during the recording session.”
She adds: “When he called me, I couldn’t believe it. I was so excited. Anyone would react the same way upon realising they were about to work with someone as tremendously talented as Ricky.
“For this song, I got out of my comfort zone, wrote a little bit sexier than what I’m normally accustomed to, and I loved it. My fans are going to be very proud of me. Chile, my family, and I are happy.”
The LP release coincides with Ricky’s forthcoming North American Tour, which kicks off on September 25 with Enrique Iglesias and special guest Sebastián Yatra.
