The story behind
¡Sí señor!…, according to DoReSol
The song *¡Sí señor!…* by Gloria Estefan is a vibrant showcase of Cuban music, a tribute to her roots that shines through in every note. What makes this piece interesting is how it blends traditional genres like bolero, danzón, and son music, giving them a fresh and accessible twist. The recording, made at Crescent Moon Studios in Miami, Florida, featured renowned musicians such as Tito Puente, Arturo Sandoval, Cachao López, Chamin Correa, and Paquito D'Rivera, who contributed their mastery to create an authentic and rich sound.
This track is part of the album *Mi Tierra*, released on June 22, 1993, by Epic Records. Produced by Emilio Estefan, the entire album is a celebration of Gloria Estefan's Cuban heritage. The record achieved considerable international success, surpassing five million copies sold worldwide. In the United States, *Mi Tierra* became the first album to reach the top of the Billboard Top Latin Albums chart, staying at number one for 58 weeks—a record that stood until 2021. The duration of *¡Sí señor!…* is 4:41. The recording involved engineers such as Charles Dye, Patrice Wilkison Levinsohn, Frank Miret, Eric Schilling, and Ron Taylor.
From album
Mi tierra
Gloria Estefan · 1993 · Track 7
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Music Juanito Marquez