Luis Fonsi is a Puerto Rican singer known for his soulful and dance-oriented songs, especially the global hit "Despacito."
Fonsi was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and moved to Orlando, Florida, at the age of 10, where he developed his musical talents in school choirs.
His debut album, "Comenzaré," released in 1998, peaked at number 11 on Billboard's Top Latin Albums chart, marking the start of his successful career.
Biography
Early Life
Luis Alfonso Rodríguez López-Cepero, known as Luis Fonsi, was born on April 15, 1978, in San Juan, Puerto Rico. He is the eldest of three children in his family, with two younger siblings, including singer Jean Rodríguez. Fonsi's passion for music began at a young age, inspired by the popular group Menudo and the San Juan Children's Choir. At the age of 10, his family moved to Orlando, Florida, where he attended Westridge Middle School and Dr. Phillips High School. During high school, he was part of an a cappella group called "The Big Guys," which included future *NSYNC member Joey Fatone. Fonsi later enrolled at Florida State University on a full scholarship but left to pursue a music career, leading to a recording contract with Universal Music Latin.
Career
Fonsi's music career took off with the release of his debut album, "Comenzaré," in 1998, which peaked at number 11 on Billboard's Top Latin Albums chart. His follow-up album, "Eterno," released in 2000, further solidified his success. Fonsi gained international recognition after performing at the Great Jubilee Concert in Rome and collaborating with Christina Aguilera. He ventured into English-language music with the album "Fight the Feeling" in 2002. His hit single "Despacito" in 2017 became a global phenomenon, showcasing his ability to blend pop, Latin, and reggaeton genres. Over the years, Fonsi has received numerous accolades, including multiple Latin Grammy Awards and Billboard Music Awards.
Personal Life
Fonsi's personal life has been marked by high-profile relationships, including a marriage to actress Adamari López in 2006, which ended in divorce in 2010. He later married Spanish model Águeda López in 2014, with whom he has two children. Fonsi is also known for his philanthropic efforts, particularly as an ambassador for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and his contributions following Hurricane Maria in 2017. His commitment to humanitarian work earned him the Spirit of Hope Award at the Billboard Latin Music Awards in 2017. Fonsi continues to be a prominent figure in music and philanthropy, advocating for Latin culture worldwide.
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Discography
Úndertalé 22025
- 1.Opening
- 2.Main Theme
- 3.Main Theme - Beta Mix
- 4.Minecraft
- 5.Roblox
- 6.Fallen Down 2
- 7.Dating Start! 2
- 8.Dating Fight! 2
- 9.Memory 2
- 10.Ooo 2
- 11.Despacito 2
- 12.You Idiot 2
- 13.Megalovania 2
- 14.Megalovania 2 - Beta Mix
- 15.Ransomware
- 16.No More Nuzzles 2
- 17.Ice Cream (Unused) 2
- 18.SAVE the World 2
- 19.PATHETIC
El viaje2024
- 1.Roma3:28
- 2.Santa Marta3:21
- 3.Andalucía3:30
- 4.La Romana2:36
- 5.San Juan3:30
- 6.México2:44
- 7.Río2:39
- 8.Marbella2:34
- 9.Santiago3:20
- 10.Pasa la página "Panamá"2:51
- 11.Medellín2:50
- 12.Buenos Aires2:55
Ley de gravedad2022
- 1.Dolce2:53
- 2.Vacaciones2:35
- 3.Bésame2:49
- 4.Luna3:07
- 5.Nuestra balada2:46
- 6.Vacío2:47
- 7.Iglü2:36
- 8.Fin de semana2:24
- 9.Ley de gravedad2:22
- 10.Equivocada2:52
- 11.Guapa2:26
- 12.Culpable2:39
- 13.Perfecta3:14
- 14.Perfecta (remix)3:56
- 15.Date la vuelta3:39
- 16.Girasoles2:50
Vida2019
- 1.Sola3:24
- 2.Apaga la luz3:32
- 3.Le pido al cielo4:07
- 4.Imposible2:44
- 5.Poco a poco2:55
- 6.Dime que no te irás4:21
- 7.Échame la culpa2:53
- 8.Tanto para nada3:50
- 9.Despacito3:49
- 10.Más fuerte que yo3:49
- 11.Calypso3:20
- 12.Ahí estás tú3:22
- 13.Despacito (remix)3:50
- 14.Calypso (remix)3:05
- 15.Sola (English version)3:24
Despacito & mis grandes éxitos2017
- 1.Despacito3:52
- 2.Despacito (remix)3:51
- 3.Wave Your Flag3:13
- 4.Corazón en la maleta3:43
- 5.Llegaste tú3:41
- 6.Tentación3:14
- 7.Explícame3:46
- 8.Gritar4:09
- 9.Aquí estoy yo4:10
- 10.No me doy por vencido4:00
- 11.Todo vuelve a empezar4:15
- 12.Tu amor3:45
- 13.Por una mujer2:53
- 14.Nada es para siempre4:00
- 15.Abrazar la vida3:35
- 16.¿Quién te dijo eso?4:34
- 17.Quisiera poder olvidarme de ti4:23
- 18.Si no te hubiera conocido4:52
- 19.Imagíname sin ti4:09
- 20.Despacito (versión salsa)3:26
82014
- 1.Anónimos4:14
- 2.No te pertenece5:01
- 3.Corazón en la maleta3:39
- 4.Qué quieres de mí4:32
- 5.Somos uno3:41
- 6.Regálame un minuto más3:40
- 7.Cansada4:18
- 8.Llegaste tú3:39
- 9.Aprendí4:20
- 10.Cuando me dejes de amar4:14
- 11.Corazón multicolor4:03
Romances2013
- 1.Si tú quisieras4:26
- 2.Perdóname3:59
- 3.Imagíname sin ti4:07
- 4.Dentro de mi corazón4:22
- 5.Sería fácil3:50
- 6.Quisiera poder olvidarme de ti4:22
- 7.Amor secreto3:34
- 8.Y ahora cómo te olvido4:02
- 9.¿Quién te dijo eso?4:31
- 10.Por ti podría morir4:00
- 11.Nada es para siempre4:00
- 12.Estoy perdido3:46
- 13.Por una mujer2:53
- 14.No me doy por vencido3:57
Tierra firme2011
- 1.Explícame3:46
- 2.Respira4:18
- 3.Dime que no4:10
- 4.Gritar4:06
- 5.Nunca digas siempre4:36
- 6.Me gustas tú3:27
- 7.Vuelve a mi lado3:58
- 8.El anillo y la flor3:55
- 9.Claridad4:05
- 10.Se supone6:33
Palabras del silencio2008
- 1.Quién le va a decir3:47
- 2.Llueve por dentro3:57
- 3.Otro día será (Desencontrándonos)3:14
- 4.No me doy por vencido3:58
- 5.Aunque estés con él4:38
- 6.La mentira3:37
- 7.Lágrimas del mar4:16
- 8.Todo vuelve a empezar4:13
- 9.Persiguiendo el paraíso3:37
- 10.Todo lo que tengo3:30
- 11.Aquí estoy yo4:10
- 12.Tienes razón4:22
- 13.No me doy por vencido (versión ranchera)3:55
Éxitos 98:062006
- 1.Tu amor3:47
- 2.No lo digas más3:48
- 3.Nada es para siempre4:04
- 4.Por una mujer2:56
- 5.Me matas3:14
- 6.¿Quién te dijo eso?4:37
- 7.Abrazar la vida3:38
- 8.Quisiera poder olvidarme de ti4:27
- 9.Imagíname sin ti4:12
- 10.No te cambio por ninguna3:45
- 11.Mi sueño4:21
- 12.Perdóname4:02
- 13.Si tú quisieras4:26
Paso a paso2005
- 1.Nada es para siempre4:00
- 2.Arrópame3:31
- 3.Escondido4:12
- 4.Estoy perdido3:46
- 5.Por una mujer2:51
- 6.Vivo muriendo4:11
- 7.Me matas3:08
- 8.Me lo dice el alma4:12
- 9.Para mí3:02
- 10.Todo sigue igual3:45
- 11.Paso a paso3:42
- 12.Estoy perdido (acoustic version)3:38
Abrazar la vida2003
- 1.¿Quién te dijo eso?4:33
- 2.Abrazar la vida3:34
- 3.Yo te propongo4:48
- 4.Extraño sentimento3:55
- 5.Por ti podría morir4:01
- 6.Yo3:41
- 7.Viviendo en el ayer4:12
- 8.Te echo de menos4:26
- 9.Eso que llaman amor4:07
- 10.La fuerza de mi corazón4:12
- 11.Elígeme4:50
- 12.Se supone3:48
Amor secreto2002
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Fight the Feeling2002
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Remixes2001
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Eterno2000
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Comenzaré1998
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Llena de amor2010
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Ya lo sabes2010
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Aquí estoy yo2009
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No me doy por vencido2008
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Secret2002
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6 Super Hits2009
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Deluxe Selection2007
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Tu amor2007
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Label
- Record label
- Universal Music Latin Entertainment
Achievements
- Award
- Latin Grammy Award for Song of the Year
- Award
- Latin Grammy Award for Record of the Year
- Award
- Latin Grammy Award for Best Urban Fusion/Performance
- Award
- Billboard Music Award for Top Hot 100 Song
- Award
- Billboard Music Award for Top Latin Song
- Award
- Billboard Latin Music Award for Hot Latin Song of the Year
- Award
- Billboard Latin Music Award for Latin Pop Song of the Year
- Award
- Lo Nuestro Award for Collaboration of the Year
- Award
- Billboard Spirit of Hope Award
- Award
- NRJ Music Award for International Song of the Year
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Identifiers & aliases
Also known as: Luis Alfonso Rodríguez López-Cepero
Luis Alfonso Rodríguez López-Cepero, known by his stage name Luis Fonsi, is a Puerto Rican singer. He is known for his soulful and dance oriented songs, most notably 2017's "Despacito".
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