Will Smith has turned his hand to music again – and is embracing some Latin rhythms.
The Grammy-winning rapper and Oscar-nominated actor appears on a remix of Colombian band Bomba Estereo’s song, Fiesta.
The collaboration marks the Fresh Prince’s first return to music since his 2005 album Lost And Found.
Suicide Squad star Will discovered Bomba Estereo, known for its blend of Latin, tropical and electro sounds, on a recent trip to Colombia and asked the group to collaborate.
“When I was told that Will Smith wanted to collaborate on a remix with Bomba, I couldn’t believe it,” band founder and multi-instrumentalist Simon Mejia said in a statement. “This opportunity to work with Will was beyond anything we have dreamed of … It’s just magic.”
Will raps in both English and Spanish on the song. He recently shot a music video for the remix with Bomba Estereo.
Fiesta is nominated for record of the year at next month’s Latin Grammy Awards, while Bomba Estereo’s album Amanecer is up for best alternative music album.
When the nominees were announced last month, Will posted a selfie with the quartet on his Facebook page and wrote: “Felicidades to BOMBA ESTEREO on their Latin Grammy Nominations!”
Bomba Estereo also includes singer Liliana Saumet, drummer Andres Zea and multi-instrumentalist Julian Salazar. They formed in 2005 and have performed at major music festivals, including Coachella, Glastonbury and Lollapalooza.
Will’s solo songs include Gettin’ Jiggy Wit It, Miami and Wild Wild West, while he has had hits as the Fresh Prince, alongside DJ Jazzy Jeff, with Summertime and Boom Shake The Room.
The 16th annual Latin Grammys will take place on November 19 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.
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