Colombian singer-songwriter Manuel Turizo was propelled into the mainstream back in 2016 with his hit song “Una Lady Como Tú.” Over the years, his global adoration has continued to grow with the releases of his hit singles, including “Bésame,” “Esperándote,” and “Culpables,” a collaboration with Puerto Rican singer Ozuna. Now, he is joining forces with the iconic DJ Marshmello, with their new song “EL MERENGUE” arriving on March 3rd!
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 24: Manuel Turizo Announcing His New Song With Marshmello “El Merengue” on February 24, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Johnny Nunez/Getty Images for Manuel Turizo )
El MERENGUE combines the two talents to create a beautiful fusion of the tropical sounds of the Dominican Republic, Manuel Turizo’s smooth vocals, and Marshmello’s unmistakable gift for creating smash hits!
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 24: Manuel Turizo Announcing His New Song With Marshmello “El Merengue” on February 24, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Johnny Nunez/Getty Images for Manuel Turizo )
Excitement was high in Manhattan’s Times Square on Friday as spectators awaited what they know would be an exciting surprise. They were told that a surprise announcement was on its way, but who could it be? Someone walked by wearing Marshmello’s iconic mask, and fans and onlookers alike were rushing over to see who was behind the quintessential covering. Unbeknownst to them, it was Turizo, and at exactly 5:00, Times Square’s flashing billboards began to roll into an exciting preview of Marshmello and Turizo’s song, just as he removed the mask to a crowd of exhilarated fans.
Time’s Square was quickly transformed as Turizo walked around, chatted with fans and posed for photos. It was an undoubtedly electrifying way to kick off the collaboration, and fans couldn’t have been more thrilled for the announcement.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 24: Manuel Turizo Announcing His New Song With Marshmello “El Merengue” on February 24, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Johnny Nunez/Getty Images for Manuel Turizo )
El MERENGUE marks Manuel Turizo’s official countdown to his much anticipated album 2000 (slated for release on March 17th, 2023). (Prior albums “ADN” and “Dopamina” feature world hits such as “Una Lady Como Tú”, “Culpables,” “Quiéreme Mientras Se Pueda.”) Guided by his musical intuition, Manuel Turizo has stood out as an artist with relentless skill when it comes to composing and has had enormous impact when it comes to breaking ground within the urban genre and Latin music. Throughout his career, Manuel Turizo has demonstrated his musical versatility by collaborating with different artists such as Nicky Jam, Maluma, TINI, Nicky Youre, Wisin y Yandel, MykeTowers, Piso21, Anuel, among others.
“EL MERENGUE” will release on March 3rd! Hear more of Manuel Turizo here and Marshmello here!
