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Latin music: Luis Fonsi, from Puerto Rico Posted by on Jan 30, 2009 in Spanish Culture

Luis Fonsi was born in Puerto Rico, but spent most of his childhood in Florida. He went to the Florida State University to study vocal techniques. While in FLU he was overheard singing by a music department president, who offered him his first contract with a large disquera (recording company). Below is a video of Fonsi singing live the song “Sería Fácil” (It Would be Easy). Here’s some vocabulary to help you understand the lyrics.

remediar los problemas – to solve problems

lágrima – tear

tristeza – sadness

reproche – criticism

desamor – lack of love or heartbreak

traición – betrayal

detener el tiempo – to stop time

envejecer – to get old

no poder evitar – can’t help something

sentimientos – feelings

¡Aprovéchenlo!

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English / Spanish teacher and translator for over 20 years. I have been blogging since 2007 and I am also a professional singer in my spare time.