What makes Duele El Corazon by Enrique Iglesias notable?

Duele El Corazón achieved significant commercial success, reaching high positions on charts across Latin America and even crossing over into mainstream markets. Its infectious melody and rhythmic appeal contributed to its widespread radio play, solidifying Iglesias's status in contemporary Latin music and reinforcing the popularity of reggaeton-infused pop. In 2016, Enrique Iglesias released Duele El Corazón as a follow-up to his successful album Sex and Love from 2014. At this point in his career, Iglesias had already established himself as a dominant figure in Latin pop and was exploring the growing influence of reggaeton in his music, marking a continued evolution in his sound.

How many songs are on Duele El Corazon?

Duele El Corazon has 1 track, running approximately 3 minutes.

Released 10 years ago

Duele El Corazon

Enrique Iglesias · 2016

3 min · 1 track · pop music

A vibrant fusion of reggaeton beats and romantic pop melodies that captivates with its infectious energy.

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DUELE EL CORAZÓN — This title track encapsulates the album's themes of heartbreak and longing through its catchy chorus and danceable rhythm, making it a standout hit for Iglesias.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

51 /100

Foothills

Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

The single combines catchy melodies with reggaeton beats, appealing widely but not deeply innovative.

What we noticed

The track features a steady reggaeton beat that drives the rhythm throughout, creating an infectious danceable quality.
The melody is characterized by a repetitive hook that emphasizes the romantic theme, making it memorable and singable.
The production layers synths and percussion to build a vibrant soundscape, enhancing the emotional impact of the lyrics.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Achieved significant commercial success and wider recognition in mainstream markets.
Themes: heartfelt longing· Latin nightlife· contemporary heartbreak
Career context: In 2016, Enrique Iglesias released Duele El Corazón as a follow-up to his successful album Sex and Love from 2014. At this point in his career, Iglesias had already established himself as a dominant figure in Latin pop and was exploring the growing influence of reggaeton in his music, marking a continued evolution in his sound.
Stylistic neighbors: Ricky Martin· Marc Anthony· Shakira