Beyoncé and Maluma have unveiled “Cuerpo (Tumbao)”, a Spanish collaboration that is part of the 20th Anniversary commemorative reissue of B’Day, the American singer’s second studio album. The song draws inspiration from Celia Cruz’s classic, “La Negra Tiene Tumbao”, and features previously unheard verses from Maluma.
The release coincides with the anniversary of the original album, which was published on September 4, 2006. The B’Day (20th Anniversary Deluxe Edition) expands the original repertoire to 31 songs, including additional tracks, earlier versions, unreleased material, and new collaborations. This marks the first time Beyoncé and Maluma have worked together on a musical project.
The production of “Cuerpo (Tumbao)” fuses passages in Spanish and English, incorporating Caribbean rhythms and a foundation that interacts with urban sounds. The song centers around the chorus “La negra tiene tumbao”, which is referenced in the new lyrics that include sections about dancing and festive elements. Maluma contributes Spanish verses that complement the energy of the composition, while Beyoncé interchanges fragments in both languages, concluding with a phrase that highlights her command of Spanish.
Although “Cuerpo (Tumbao)” is not a literal version of “La Negra Tiene Tumbao”, it uses that chorus as a reference and adds a contemporary production with new verses. The B’Day reissue also includes other works related to the singer’s Spanish repertoire, such as the adaptation of “Irreplaceable (Como la flor)” and the duet “Amor gitano” with Alejandro Fernández, previously released in 2007.
Additionally, the project includes “Can I Watch You” with Pharrell Williams and “Morning Dew (Donk)”, one of the songs released for the anniversary. This selection of tracks reflects both the original phase of the album and the legacy that has endured for two decades. B’Day was released when Beyoncé was 25 and marked a milestone in her solo career, including hits like “Déjà Vu” and “Irreplaceable”.
The announcement of the collaboration by Maluma generated excitement among his followers, as he had not previously worked with Beyoncé. His interest in this project indicates a new phase in the fusion of Latin sounds with global artists.
Source: www.infobae.com
